1657
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Chancellor Pierre Seguier is a 1657 ink by Robert Nanteuil, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a serious-looking man in a high collar and fancy coat. His curly hair and mustache frame a strong face, and a star-shaped pin sits on his chest. Below him, a small shield with a coat of arms adds detail to the frame. The artist used fine lines and shading to create depth, making the face stand out against the background. This kind of careful linework is typical of the time. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
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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