Ludovico Leoni

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a thick beard and mustache. His hair is curly and recedes at the top. He’s wearing a dark collar that stands out against his face. The lines in the print are tight and detailed, especially around his eyes and beard. The name around the top reads "Ludovico Leoni," and the year 1612 is written in the corner. The artist’s name, Ottavio Leoni, is signed at the bottom. This is an old print, not a painting—it’s made using a method that carves lines into metal. Want to know more? Check out etching to see how artists like this made prints.