1659
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Chancellor Michel Le Tellier is a 1659 ink by Robert Nanteuil, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image depicts a portrait of a man with shoulder-length hair and a mustache, wearing a dark jacket adorned with a large collar and a sash across his chest. The background is a dark, shadowy area that adds depth to the portrait. In the foreground, a decorative frame surrounds the portrait, featuring leaves and flowers intertwined with the edges of the frame. At the bottom of the frame, a coat of arms is displayed, adding an air of nobility to the overall image. The level of detail in the engraving is impressive, with fine lines and textures that bring the subject to life. For more information on the technique used to create this portrait, look up the art of engraving.
Robert Nanteuil (French pronunciation: ; 1623 – 9 December 1678) was a French portrait artist: engraver, draughtsman and pastellist to the court of Louis XIV.
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