Saint Barbara, after Hans Holbein, the younger
1647
17th century
19.9 cm x 13.2 cm (7 13/16 in. x 5 3/16 in.)
Wenzel Hollar (aka Wenceslaus)
(Prague, 1607 - 1677, London)
Primary
Object Type:
print
Artist Nationality:
Europe, Bohemian
Medium and Support:
Etching
Credit Line:
Blanton Museum of Art, The University of Texas at Austin, The Leo Steinberg Collection, 2002
Accession Number:
2002.1199
The Saint Barbara reproduces one of the Earl of Arundel’s many drawings by Holbein (now at Windsor Castle). This superb impression underscores Hollar’s great diligence and particular gift for describing textures. His original etchings include studies of costume, objects of natural history, and illustrations of every kind of text. Greatest in economy, graphic freedom, and influence were his topographic views.