Artwork
Rene de Longueil, marquis de Maisons
Rene de Longueil, marquis de Maisons is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean Morin. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
- Inscription
- Inscribed:around circumference in plate in border: Mre.RENE.DE.LONGVEIL.CHLER.SEIGNEVR.DE.MAISONS.ET.PRESIDENT.A.MORTIER.&.; lower left in plate: Ph.Champaigne pinx; lower right in plate: I Morin scul cum priu Re gis; lRr//in graphite: 285 / 7; lLv//in graphite: maisons- no. 65- / Tome II; cCv//in graphite: H&P 3 0 I/I / C. 3835 / RD65; lRv//in graphtie: WM 0 and 2 / I/II / 30
About this work
Overview
René de Longueil, marquis de Maisons is a 1625 print by Jean Morin, a French artist known for his work in printmaking and painting. The portrait is executed in a combination of techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts René de Longueil, a French nobleman, in formal attire. The focus is on his face and shoulders, set against a plain background, conveying a sense of dignity and formality.
Technique & Style
The portrait was created using etching, engraving, and stippling. The artist's use of tiny dots and lines achieves a textured, shaded effect, adding depth to the image. The name around the frame is rendered in ornate lettering, complementing the formal tone of the portrait.
History & Provenance
Jean Morin produced the print in 1625, showcasing his skill in merging different printmaking techniques. As a prominent French Baroque artist, Morin was known for advancing printmaking techniques.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Jean Morin (c.1595 or 1605 – 1650) was a French baroque painter, printmaker, painter, etcher, engraver and publisher.
