Jean-François Bagni

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious face. He has a short beard, curly hair, and is wearing a high-collared robe with buttons down the front. Above his head are two small crests—one with a bishop’s hat, the other with a crown and letters. The text below his name calls him a bishop and a high-ranking official for the king of France. The artist’s mark reads *Moncornet excudit Compruli*, hinting at a careful, detailed process. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made prints with sharp lines.