1634
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Marten Pepyn is a 1634 ink by Schelte Adams Bolswert, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image is a black-and-white engraving of a man with a beard and mustache, wearing a ruffled collar and a dark jacket with a high collar. He is holding a white cloth in his left hand and has his right hand resting on his stomach. The background is a wall with a window, and there is a cloudy sky visible through the window. The man's facial expression is serious, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. His clothing and hairstyle suggest that he may be from the 17th century. This engraving is a great example of the work of Bolswert, Schelte Adams, an artist known for his detailed and realistic portraits.
Schelte a Bolswert or Schelte Adamsz. Bolswert (c. 1586 – 1659) was a Frisian engraver who worked most of his career in Antwerp where he was one of the lead engravers in Rubens' workshop. He is known for his…
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