1679
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Remi Du Laury is a 1679 ink by Gerard Edelinck, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait features a man with short, wavy hair and a fur-trimmed coat, holding a cross in his right hand. He is positioned in front of a dark background, with his body turned slightly to the right. The engraving showcases the subject's attire, including a white collar and a dark, patterned vest underneath the fur-trimmed coat. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and texture in the image. The level of detail in the engraving suggests a high level of skill and craftsmanship. To learn more about the artist's technique, explore the art of engraving.
Gérard Edelinck (20 October 1640 (baptized) – 2 April 1707) was a copper-plate engraver and print publisher of Flemish origin, who worked in Paris from 1666 and became a naturalized French citizen in 1675.
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