Frontispiece
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Frontispiece is a 1650 ink by British 17th Century, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This print shows 24 small portraits arranged in neat rows. Each face is inside a rounded frame, looking serious. Some wear crowns, others hold swords or globes. The center has a larger portrait with a banner above it that reads *"England’s Chronicle."* Below, a line of text promises stories of kings and queens. The whole thing looks like a title page for a book about rulers. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and details, making the faces stand out. Want to see how this was made? Look up engraving.
