Mr. Henry Smith
1653
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1653
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious face and a thick beard. He’s wearing a dark, ruffled collar and a cloak, holding a folded paper or book in his hands. The background is plain, letting the lines of his clothes and face stand out clearly. The text below says it’s “The lively Portraiture of the Reverend and Learned Minister of Jesus Christ, Mr. Henry Smith.” The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, making the fabric and skin look detailed. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists use lines to build up images.
