Charles, Duc de Lorraine
1590
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1590
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Charles, Duc de Lorraine is a 1590 ink by Jacques Granthomme, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white engraving of a man with a mustache and beard. He’s wearing a ruffled collar and a dark, buttoned jacket over a lighter shirt. The background is plain, keeping all focus on his face and shoulders. The text at the top calls him “Le Duc de Lorraine,” and the bottom credits the artist as Jacq. Granthomme. The lines in the print show fine details, like the folds in his clothes. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists create depth with just lines.
