1703
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Maria Serre, Mater Hyacinth Rigaud is a 1703 ink by Pierre Drevet, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image is a black-and-white etching of a woman's portrait. The woman is wearing a headscarf and a dark dress with a white collar and a large bow at the front. She is looking straight at the viewer with a neutral expression. The portrait is framed by an ornate oval border, which is placed on a pedestal. The background of the image is dark, with some faint details visible behind the woman. The overall atmosphere of the image is formal and dignified. The level of detail in the etching is impressive, with intricate lines and textures visible throughout the image. The use of shading and contrast adds depth and dimension to the portrait. For more information on etching techniques, look up the art movement Baroque.
The Drevet Family were leading portrait engravers of France for over a hundred years. Their fame began with Pierre, and was sustained by his son, Pierre-Imbert, and by his nephew, Claude.
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