Laurent Cars
1778
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Simon Charles Miger
Simon Charles Miger (1736–1820) was an artist.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Laurent Cars is a 1778 ink by Simon Charles Miger, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of an older man with curly white hair and a serious expression. He’s wearing a dark coat with a white collar, and his head is framed by a circular border. Below the portrait, the name "Laurent Cars" is printed, along with some French text that mentions a king’s academy. The image isn’t painted—it’s made using lines and shading, a technique that creates depth without color. This was a common way to make detailed portraits in the past. If you like this style, check out etching to see how artists used similar methods.
Simon Charles Miger (1736–1820) was an artist.
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