Sir William Noy
1674
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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William Faithorne
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Sir William Noy is a 1674 ink by William Faithorne, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man with curly hair and a long mustache, wearing a dark jacket and a lace collar. He is looking to the right, and his face is framed by an oval border. The engraving is detailed, with cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The man's clothing and the background are rendered in intricate lines, giving the image a sense of realism. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
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