{"product_id":"portret-van-filips-iv-van-spanje-andrew-geddes","title":"Portret van Filips IV van Spanje - Andrew Geddes","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined etching by Andrew Geddes depicting Philip IV of Spain, showcasing the artist's mastery of light, shadow, and tonal texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by the Scottish artist Andrew Geddes presents a study of Philip IV of Spain. Geddes, known for his technical proficiency in printmaking, demonstrates a command of light and shadow through the use of cross-hatching and varied line weights. The subject is depicted in a three-quarter view, wearing a period-appropriate doublet and a wide, lace-trimmed collar. The artist focuses on the facial features, capturing a contemplative expression that draws the viewer into the psychological depth of the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeddes often looked to the Old Masters for inspiration, and this work reflects his interest in the portraiture traditions of the seventeenth century. The dark, atmospheric background provides a contrast to the illuminated face and collar, a technique that directs attention to the subject's features. The texture of the lace and the fabric of the doublet are rendered with precision, showing the artist's ability to differentiate between various materials through the medium of etching alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a printmaker, Geddes was highly regarded for his ability to translate the tonal qualities of painting into the linear language of the etching plate. This work is an example of his skill in creating volume and form without the use of colour. The composition is balanced and restrained, adhering to the conventions of formal portraiture while maintaining a distinct personal touch. The print serves as a record of Geddes's engagement with historical subjects and his technical approach to the medium. It remains a fine example of nineteenth-century British printmaking, reflecting the period's fascination with historical figures and the revival of traditional graphic techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/master-meyrick-william-henry-meyrick-in-ruffled-infants-dress-john-hoppner\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMaster Meyrick (William Henry Meyrick in ruffled infant's dress) - John Hoppner — John Hoppner\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/de\/products\/man-in-a-tropical-forest-standing-by-water-johannes-christiaan-d-arnaud-gerkens-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMan in a Tropical Forest, Standing by Water - Johannes Christiaan d' Arnaud Gerkens — Johannes Christiaan d' Arnaud Gerkens\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Andrew Geddes","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805323333967,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805333131599,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58805333164367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805333197135,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805333229903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805333262671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805333295439,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805333328207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805333360975,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58805333393743,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58805333426511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58805333459279,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-Filips-IV-van-Spanje_Poster_CompositorV1_1789648776505.jpg?v=1789649018","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/products\/portret-van-filips-iv-van-spanje-andrew-geddes","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}