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Philippe Cayeux

Louis-Simon Lempereur

1768

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque 18th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Philippe Cayeux is a 1768 ink by Louis-Simon Lempereur, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Louis-Simon Lempereur
When & what style?: 1768 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is an engraving over etching on laid paper, depicting a man's profile. He has curly hair and is wearing a shirt with a high collar. The man's face is turned to the right, and his hair is styled in loose curls. The background of the engraving is a simple texture, with no other details or objects visible. This portrait is a classic example of Baroque art, characterized by its use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth and volume. To learn more about this style, explore the Baroque movement.