Thomas Maurois
1650
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1650
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Thomas Maurois is a 1650 ink by Theodor Matham, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white portrait shows a serious-looking man with a white ruff collar and a dark jacket. He’s holding a pair of glasses in one hand and adjusting his sleeve with the other. The background is plain, putting all the focus on his face and hands. The border around him is packed with Latin words, including his name, *Thomas Maurois*. The text suggests he was someone important—maybe a scholar or official. If you like this style, check out engraving to see how artists used sharp lines to create deep shadows and texture.
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