Louis Hesselin

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a big, curly wig and a high collar. His face is serious, with a short mustache and a small goatee. The background is plain, and the focus is on his expression and the texture of his clothing. The artist used tiny lines to create shading, giving the wig and collar a detailed, almost 3D look. This kind of close-up portrait was common in the 1600s for showing off skill in capturing faces. Next, check out how this was made using the technique: engraving.