William Barriffe

William Barriffe

George Glover

1643

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait shows a man with a mustache and wavy hair, wearing a lace collar and a cloak. He is looking at the viewer with a serious expression. The man's face is detailed, with lines and shading that give it depth. The background is a solid color, which makes the man stand out. The artist used cross-hatching to create texture and shadow. The engraving is a great example of Baroque art, with its detailed and realistic style. If you want to learn more about this style, you can look up the Baroque movement.

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