Simon Lord Lovat
1746
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1746
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This etching shows a plump man in fancy 18th-century clothes, sitting with his legs crossed. He’s holding a small child on his lap and has a book or papers in his other hand. His wig is big and curly, and he’s wearing a ruffled shirt with buttons down the front. The artist used fine lines to capture his wrinkles and the folds of his clothes, making everything look detailed and textured. The background is simple, so the focus stays on the man’s face and gestures. Next, check out how this was made using the technique: etching.
