1628
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Michel de Marillac is a 1628 ink by Michel Lasne, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man with a long white beard and hair, wearing a dark robe with a white collar and a black cap. The background is dark, with a subtle texture that suggests a fabric or tapestry. The man's face is rendered in fine detail, with deep lines and wrinkles that convey a sense of age and wisdom. His eyes are cast downward, giving the impression of introspection or contemplation. The engraving technique used to create this portrait is notable for its use of cross-hatching, which adds depth and texture to the image. To learn more about this technique, look up the artist Lasne, Michel.
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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