1628
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Louis Sieur de Maine is a 1628 ink by Michel Lasne, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair and a mustache. He’s wearing a fancy ruffled collar and a dark coat. His hands are tucked under his arms, and he has a slight smile. The background is plain, with just a simple oval frame around him. The text below his image lists his titles, like "Governor of Sainte-Foy." This suggests he was someone important, likely a noble or official. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists used lines to create depth.
Michel Lasne (Caen, ca. 1590–4 December 1667, Paris), was a French engraver, draughtsman and collector. Lasne was born in Caen and was the son of a goldsmith. He was a member of the Guild of Saint Luke in Antwerp for…
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