Jan de Vos
1657
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1657
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching is a portrait of a man with long, wavy hair and a headband. He is wearing a dark robe over a white shirt with a high collar and cuffs. In his right hand, he holds a rolled-up paper. The background is a textured wall. The man's expression is serious, and his gaze is directed to the right. The etching is detailed, with fine lines and shading that give it a sense of depth. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to look up the Baroque movement.