Artwork
Vincent Voiture
Vincent Voiture is an ink print by the Baroque artist William Faithorne. It dates from 1670 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
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Overview
This print is an engraving by William Faithorne, created in 1670, depicting Vincent Voiture.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait shows Voiture with a serious expression, dressed in attire indicative of his status, including a dark coat, white lace collar, and a chain around his neck. A poem below the image praises his intellectual acuity.
Technique & Style
The engraving is a black-and-white portrait set within a circular frame featuring a decorative border, against a plain background. The style is characteristic of engravings from the period, capturing the subject's likeness in detail.
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Artist & collection
Artist
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
