{"product_id":"zelfportret-van-erin-corr-erin-corr","title":"Zelfportret van Erin Corr - Erin Corr","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined graphite self-portrait by Irish engraver Erin Corr, capturing the artist in a formal pose with precise, delicate shading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis self-portrait by Erin Corr presents a refined study in graphite, capturing the artist in a three-quarter view. Corr, an Irish engraver who spent much of his career in Belgium, demonstrates a precise command of line and shading in this work. The portrait focuses on the sitter's facial features, with particular attention given to the texture of the hair and the subtle modelling of the cheekbones and jawline. The artist wears a formal coat with a high collar and a bow tie, reflecting the sartorial standards of the mid-nineteenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is minimalist, placing the figure against a plain background to draw the viewer's attention to the expression. The gaze is directed slightly away from the viewer, suggesting a moment of quiet introspection. Corr's technique relies on delicate hatching and soft blending, which creates a sense of volume without the need for heavy contrast. The signature at the bottom of the sheet serves as a clear attribution, executed in a fluid, cursive hand that complements the linear quality of the drawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an engraver by trade, Corr was accustomed to the discipline of working with fine lines and controlled tonal values. This drawing reflects that professional background, as the strokes are deliberate and measured. The work provides a glimpse into the personal identity of an artist who was well-regarded in his time for his technical skill in printmaking. It remains a clear example of the portraiture traditions common among European artists during the 1840s, where the emphasis was placed on clarity of form and a balanced representation of the subject. 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