Joannes Brice
1651
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1651
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious expression. He’s wearing a high-collared shirt and a dark coat with a patterned fabric underneath. His face is detailed, with a short beard and deep-set eyes. The background is just a plain oval shape with no extra decorations. The border around him has fancy text in Latin and a small coat of arms at the bottom. The lines are all drawn carefully, making the shading look textured. If you like this style, check out the technique: engraving.