Marc Antonis De Dominis
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Marc Antonis De Dominis is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of an older man with a long white beard and a tall hat. He’s sitting at a desk, writing in a book with a quill pen. Around him are tools like a pair of compasses, a ruler, and a small inkwell. On the wall behind him is a drawing of what looks like a church or building plan. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, which is typical for this kind of print. The text at the bottom is in Latin, likely describing the person’s role or beliefs. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists use metal plates and sharp tools to make detailed prints.
