1917
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Pope Benedict XV (Benoit XV) is a 1917 ink by Paul-Albert Besnard, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching and aquatint portrait features a man with a serious expression, his face tilted slightly to the left. His hair is neatly combed, and he wears a traditional papal attire, complete with a white collar and a small cross on his chest. The artist's use of bold lines and shading creates a sense of depth and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's attention to the subject's face. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, as if the subject is lost in thought. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this piece, you might want to look up Besnard, Albert.
Paul-Albert Besnard (1849–1934) was a French artist, born in 7th arrondissement of Paris.
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