Johannes van Doetechum the Elder
1564
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
"Verdorde Nel" and "Jan Afterlam" is a 1564 ink by Johannes van Doetechum the Elder, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is a black-and-white etching of two people in oval frames. The person on the left is wearing a hooded cloak, and the person on the right is wearing a hat. Both are looking at something outside the frame. The etching is detailed, with many lines and textures visible. The people's faces are expressive, and their clothing is intricately drawn. The background is plain, with no other objects or scenery visible. The etching is an example of Renaissance art, which was characterized by its attention to detail and realism. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to look up the Renaissance movement.
Joannes van Doetecum the Elder (1530 – 1605) was a Dutch engraver-cartographer known for his etched works after genre scenes by Pieter Bruegel the Elder and maps of various cities in the Netherlands.
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