1634
ink
From the collection of Rosenwald Collection
Frans Francken II is a 1634 ink by Anthony van Dyck, a Baroque work, held at Rosenwald Collection.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a bearded man in a high-collared coat. His face is turned slightly to the side, with a thoughtful expression. The lines are precise, capturing the folds of his clothing and the texture of his beard. The artist used etching, a technique where metal plates are scratched to create the image. This method lets for sharp details and smooth shading. Next, look up etching to see how artists like this made prints.
Sir Anthony van Dyck (; Dutch: Antoon van Dijck ; 22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) was a Flemish Baroque artist, who became the leading court painter in England after success in the Spanish Netherlands and Italy.
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