LXX: Seventy Years
1599
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paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Crispijn van de Passe I
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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ink
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
LXX: Seventy Years is a 1599 ink by Crispijn van de Passe I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts a scene with a man sitting at a desk, surrounded by various objects. He is wearing a long coat and has a book open in front of him. To his left, a woman and a man are standing, engaged in conversation. The man at the desk appears to be pointing at something, while the woman and man to his left seem to be discussing it. The scene is set in a room with a doorway and a window, suggesting a domestic or academic setting. The level of detail in this engraving is impressive, with intricate cross-hatching used to create texture and depth. The artist's use of light and shadow adds to the overall sense of realism. If you're interested in learning more about the Renaissance movement, you might want to explore the works of Passe I, Crispijn van de.
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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