Self-Portrait (The Trade Card of Anthoine Jacquard)
1612
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1612
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Self-Portrait (The Trade Card of Anthoine Jacquard) is a 1612 ink by Antoine Jacquard, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is an engraving on laid paper, featuring a self-portrait of Antoine Jacquard. The portrait is encircled by a large, ornate border, with the artist's name written in French along the top and bottom edges. The border is adorned with various objects, including a sword, a shield, and a pair of gloves. In the center of the portrait, Jacquard is depicted wearing a ruffled collar and a hat, with a sword at his side. He is shown in a three-quarter view, looking directly at the viewer. The engraving is rendered in fine detail, with intricate cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The level of detail in this engraving suggests a high level of skill and craftsmanship. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to look into the art of engraving.
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