1663
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Jean Fronteau is a 1663 ink by Robert Nanteuil, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The painting shows Jean Fronteau, a man with a stern expression. He's dressed in old-fashioned clothes. This portrait is interesting because it's very detailed, with intricate lines and textures that suggest the artist took their time. The artist likely used a lot of skill to create this level of detail. The portrait seems simple, but it's actually quite complex. You can learn more about this technique by looking up the technique: 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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