1639
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The Valet is a 1639 ink by Abraham Bosse, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts a man dressed in 17th-century attire, standing in a room with a window. He wears a large collar, a jacket adorned with flowers, and knee-length pants. His curly hair is visible, and he holds a fan in his right hand. The room features a window with a geometric pattern, and a table to the left with a garment draped over it. The man's clothing is detailed, with intricate patterns and textures visible. The background of the room is simple, with a focus on the subject's attire. The engraving's level of detail and use of cross-hatching suggest a high level of skill in the technique. To learn more about the artist who created this piece, look up Bosse, Abraham.
Abraham Bosse (c. 1604 – 14 February 1676) was a French artist, mainly as a printmaker in etching, but also in watercolour.
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