Hugo Grotius
1653
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1653
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Hugo Grotius is a 1653 ink by Thomas Cross, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man with a mustache and a beard, wearing a dark shirt with buttons and a ruffled collar. He is framed by an oval border, with the words "RUIT HORA" at the top. To his right, there is a small bookshelf with four books, each with a title written on its spine. The man's attire and the bookshelf suggest that he is a scholar or intellectual. The books on the shelf may indicate his interests or areas of study. This engraving is a great example of the Baroque style, which often featured intricate details and symbolism. To learn more about this style, check out the Baroque movement.
