{"title":"James Hazard","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"jonge-vrouw-en-oude-man-met-de-dood-james-hazard","title":"Jonge vrouw en oude man met De Dood - James Hazard","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn allegorical etching by James Hazard depicting an elderly man and a young woman in the presence of a skeletal figure, exploring themes of mortality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by James Hazard presents a classic memento mori theme, exploring the inevitable intersection of human life and mortality. The composition features an elderly man seated within a modest, tent-like structure, engaged in a quiet interaction with a young woman who stands before him. Their exchange is observed by a skeletal figure, positioned at the edge of the table, which serves as a stark reminder of the transience of existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHazard employs a delicate, linear technique characteristic of traditional etching. The fine lines define the textures of the clothing, the weathered features of the man, and the skeletal form of Death. The background suggests a garden or outdoor setting, rendered with light, suggestive strokes that maintain focus on the central figures. The interplay of light and shadow creates a sense of depth, drawing the eye toward the seated man and the figure of Death, while the young woman provides a vertical counterpoint to the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work draws upon historical artistic traditions that examine the human condition through allegory. By placing the figures in a domestic or semi-private space, Hazard brings a sense of intimacy to a universal subject. The inclusion of the skeleton is not intended to shock, but rather to ground the narrative in the philosophical tradition of reflecting on the brevity of life. The print demonstrates a careful balance between narrative detail and atmospheric suggestion, typical of works that seek to engage the viewer in contemplation. This piece is a fine example of the etching medium, where the artist uses the economy of line to convey complex emotional and thematic content without unnecessary embellishment.\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=\"\/fr\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" 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;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"James Hazard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810104217935,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810105069903,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58810105102671,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58810105135439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58810105168207,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58810105200975,"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":58810105233743,"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":58810105266511,"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":58810105299279,"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":58810105332047,"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":58810105364815,"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":58810105397583,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jonge-vrouw-en-oude-man-met-De-Dood_Poster_CompositorV1_1789676440410.jpg?v=1789698695"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-woman-with-a-hat-james-hazard","title":"Portrait of a Woman with a Hat - James Hazard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined etching by James Hazard depicting a woman in profile, characterised by strong tonal contrasts and precise line work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by James Hazard presents a profile study of a woman, rendered with a focus on tonal contrast and linear precision. The subject is depicted in a right-facing profile, wearing a hat adorned with a prominent plume. The artist employs the etching medium to create a range of dark, atmospheric shadows that define the background and the subject's attire, allowing the lighter tones of the face and the texture of the hat to emerge from the gloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition follows the conventions of eighteenth-century portraiture, where the profile view was often used to convey a sense of classical composure and clarity. The treatment of the hair, falling in soft curls around the face, contrasts with the structured form of the hat. Hazard uses fine lines to suggest the texture of the feathers and the fabric, demonstrating a technical proficiency in the handling of the copper plate. The dark, moody background serves to isolate the figure, directing the viewer's attention to the delicate features of the sitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Hazard, a printmaker active in the British tradition, often worked within the stylistic parameters of his era, favouring clear outlines and controlled shading. This work is an example of the portraiture style that was popular for its ability to capture a likeness while maintaining a sense of idealised form. The print reflects the technical rigour required in the etching process, where the depth of the lines and the length of the acid bath determine the final tonal range. The result is a work that balances the austerity of the profile view with the decorative elements of the period costume, providing a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences of the time.\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=\"\/fr\/products\/les-soirees-de-rome-le-buste-hubert-robert\" 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;\"\u003eLes Soirées de Rome: Le Buste - Hubert Robert — Hubert Robert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/het-dolhuijs-wijnand-esser\" 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;\"\u003eHet Dolhuijs - Wijnand Esser — Wijnand Esser\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"James Hazard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973433758031,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973438771535,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58973438804303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58973438837071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58973438869839,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58973438902607,"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":58973438935375,"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":58973438968143,"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":58973439000911,"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":58973439033679,"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":58973439066447,"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":58973439099215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-a-Woman-with-a-Hat_Poster_CompositorV1_1790855226222.jpg?v=1790855642"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/fr\/collections\/james-hazard.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}