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Lucretia?

Antoine Jacquard

1612

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Baroque Allegory

Dominant colour

Lucretia? is a 1612 ink by Antoine Jacquard, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Antoine Jacquard
When & what style?: 1612 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is a circular engraving with a black border featuring intricate designs and human figures. The central scene depicts a woman standing in front of a building, with a man approaching her from the left. The woman is dressed in a long robe, while the man wears a hat and carries a staff. The engraving's level of detail suggests a high degree of skill and craftsmanship. The use of cross-hatching techniques adds depth and texture to the image. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Renaissance movement.