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Joannes Sturmius

Hendrik Hondius I

1603

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

Joannes Sturmius is a 1603 ink by Hendrik Hondius I, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Hendrik Hondius I
When & what style?: 1603 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of an older man with a long white beard and deep-set eyes. His hair is curly, and he wears a dark, ruffled collar. The background is plain, putting all focus on his face. The name "Joannes Sturmius" is written below, along with some Latin text. This print uses fine lines and shading to create depth, which makes the face look almost three-dimensional. Next, check out how this was made using engraving.