Michel Baron
1732
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1732
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a portrait of Michel Baron. He's dressed in formal clothes and looks serious. The details in his face and clothes are interesting because they were made using a precise technique. The artist likely spent a lot of time getting the details just right. This precision is what makes the portrait stand out. You can learn more about this kind of precise art by looking into the technique: engraving.
