Francois de Clermont Tonnerre

Francois de Clermont Tonnerre

Robert Nanteuil

1655

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair and a serious expression. He’s wearing a fancy collar and a dark coat. The background is plain, keeping all focus on his face. The border looks like it’s made of lines and shading to create depth. There’s a small shield with symbols at the bottom, adding a touch of detail. This is an example of engraving, a technique where artists etch lines into metal plates.

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