Aluaso Semedo
1657
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1657
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Aluaso Semedo is a 1657 ink by Balthasar Moncornet, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a portrait of a man with a long beard and a tall, pointed hat. He is wearing a dark robe with a lighter-colored collar. The background is a lighter color with some shading, suggesting a wall or curtain. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The level of detail in the engraving is impressive, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. The use of cross-hatching and engraving techniques creates a sense of realism and adds to the overall impact of the portrait. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Moncornet, Balthasar.
Balthasar Moncornet (1600, Rouen – 1668, Paris) was a French painter, engraver, and tapissier revered for his depictions of around 45 different prominent figures of the 17th century.
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