Portret van François Mina
Ad. Nicolle
1830 - 1850
Medium
etching
Dimensions
88; 58; 176; 271
About this artwork
verzamelaarsmerk, verso, gestempeld: Lugt 2228
Art Historical Context
"Portret van François Mina is a delicate etching by Ad. Nicolle, between 1830 and1850. This intimate portrait captures the likeness of François Mina in a small format—measuring just 88 mm high by 58 mm wide—typical of finely crafted print portraits from the Romantic era. Etching, Nicolle's chosen medium, involves coating a metal plate with acid-resistant ground, scratching lines through it, and immersing it in acid to etch the design. This technique allowed for precise, expressive lines that convey subtle textures and character, making it ideal for personal or collectible keepsakes. In the co...