Isaac Oliver, Miniature Painter
1610
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1610
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving shows a man in a fancy outfit, holding a small brush and a piece of paper. His collar is decorated with swirls, and he looks focused. In the background, there’s a tiny drawing of a castle and ships, plus some tools like a pair of scissors and a palette. The text below his name says he’s a painter from England, and the tools suggest he worked with tiny details. The dark lines and shading make his face and clothes stand out sharply. Want to learn more? Check out how engraving works.
