1645
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
Dominant colour
Jean Baptiste de Vignerod is a 1645 by Jean Morin, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in a dark robe, sitting with one hand resting on a ledge. His curly hair is long, and he’s wearing a white collar and cuffs. The background is plain, with just a hint of a curtain or drape behind him. The name at the bottom reads *Jean Baptiste de Vignerod, Abbé de Richelieu*, which tells you this is a high-ranking cleric. The engraving style is precise, focusing on his face and hands. Next, look up chiaroscuro—this technique uses strong light and shadow for dramatic effect.
Jean Morin (c.1595 or 1605 – 1650) was a French baroque painter, printmaker, painter, etcher, engraver and publisher.
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