Jacob Cats
1636
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Artist
Willem Jacobsz Delff
Willem Jacobsz Delff (1628–1628) was an artist.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Jacob Cats is a 1636 ink by Willem Jacobsz Delff, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait features a man with a mustache and curly hair, wearing a ruffled collar and a dark jacket adorned with buttons. The subject is set against a dark background, which is visible through an oval frame. The frame bears the inscription "JACOB CATS" at the top and "W. DELFF F." at the bottom. The engraving technique is evident in the intricate details of the subject's clothing and facial features. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the overall realism of the portrait. The level of detail and realism in this portrait is reminiscent of the work of artist Delff, Willem Jacobsz.
Willem Jacobsz Delff (1628–1628) was an artist.
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