Sir Tobias Matthew, Diplomatist and Writer
1660
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From the collection of Rosenwald Collection
1660
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From the collection of Rosenwald Collection
This is a black-and-white portrait of a serious-looking man in a large collar and chain. His face is framed by a round border with a woven pattern. Below, the name "Sir Tobias Matthew" is written in fancy script. The artist used fine lines and shading to show the folds in his clothes and the texture of his collar. This was a common way to make engravings look detailed back then. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this created sharp, precise images.
