Hubert Gravelot
1781
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1781
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Hubert Gravelot is a 1781 ink by Jean Massard, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair tied back, wearing a ruffled collar. His face is framed by a circular border, and above his head, there’s a wreath of leaves. The background is plain, focusing all attention on his serious expression. The name "Hubert Gravelot" is written below the portrait, suggesting this is who the etching shows. The artist’s signature, "J. Massard Sculp," appears in the corner, indicating this was made as a print rather than a painting. Want to know more about how this was made? Look up etching.
