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Philippe Emmanuel, Count of Ligneville

Balthasar Moncornet

1634

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

Philippe Emmanuel, Count of Ligneville is a 1634 ink by Balthasar Moncornet, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Balthasar Moncornet
When & what style?: 1634 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait shows a man with curly hair and a serious expression. He is wearing a dark jacket with a white collar and a white sash across his chest. The background is dark, with a lighter area behind his head. The man's face is detailed, with fine lines and shading that give it depth. His hair is rendered in soft, flowing curves. The overall effect is one of quiet dignity. If you're interested in more works like this, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Artist

Balthasar Moncornet

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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