1656
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Ferdinand de Neufville is a 1656 ink by Robert Nanteuil, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving features a man with a prominent nose and chin, wearing a dark robe with a white collar. A cross hangs from his neck, and his curly hair frames his face. The image is set within an ornate frame adorned with leaves and berries. In the foreground, a small crest is visible, accompanied by a ribbon and a crown. The background of the engraving is a solid dark color, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The level of detail and realism in this engraving suggests a high level of skill on the part of the artist. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.
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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