{"product_id":"portret-van-een-man-james-hazard","title":"Portret van een man - James Hazard","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined eighteenth-century etching by James Hazard, capturing a gentleman in a classic three-quarter pose with precise linear detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis etching by James Hazard presents a refined study of a gentleman, characteristic of late eighteenth-century portraiture. The subject is depicted in a three-quarter view, his gaze directed towards the viewer with a composed expression. The artist employs precise, linear hatching to define the contours of the face and the texture of the subject's powdered wig, which is tied back with a ribbon in the fashion of the period. The clothing, consisting of a tailored coat and a cravat, is rendered with similar attention to detail, using varied line weights to suggest the folds of the fabric and the structure of the garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHazard, a printmaker active during the latter half of the eighteenth century, demonstrates a technical proficiency in the medium of etching. The background is kept simple, consisting of fine, diagonal cross-hatching that provides a neutral setting for the figure. This approach ensures that the focus remains entirely on the sitter's features and character. The work reflects the broader interest in individual portraiture that occupied many artists of the era, who sought to capture the likeness and social standing of their subjects through the medium of print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe print is executed with a clarity that allows for the observation of the artist's hand. The lines are deliberate, creating a sense of volume and form without the need for complex shading or tonal variation. This style of portraiture was common in the production of prints intended for private collections or as illustrations in biographical volumes. The work remains a clear example of the portrait traditions prevalent in British printmaking during this period, offering a glimpse into the aesthetic preferences and social conventions of the time. The preservation of the original plate marks and the subtle texture of the paper contribute to the historical character of this piece.\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=\"\/products\/neo-classical-vases-in-a-landscape-jean-charles-delafosse\" 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;\"\u003eNeo-classical Vases in a Landscape - Jean Charles Delafosse — Jean Charles Delafosse\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/king-george-iii-and-queen-charlotte-benjamin-west\" 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;\"\u003eKing George III and Queen Charlotte - Benjamin West — Benjamin West\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"James Hazard","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58694991249743,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58694996558159,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58694996590927,"sku":null,"price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58694996623695,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58694996656463,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58694996689231,"sku":null,"price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58694996721999,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58694996754767,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58694996787535,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58694996820303,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58694996853071,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58694996885839,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portret-van-een-man_Poster_CompositorV1_1788731604749.jpg?v=1788732567","url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.com\/products\/portret-van-een-man-james-hazard","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}