John Rainolds, President of Corpus College Osford, and Dean of Lincoln
1620
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1620
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
John Rainolds, President of Corpus College Osford, and Dean of Lincoln is a 1620 ink by Magdalena van de Passe, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image is a black and white engraving of a man with a beard and mustache, wearing a ruffled collar and a cloak. He is holding a book in his right hand and has his left hand resting on the book. The background is a plain wall with a subtle texture. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. His clothing and hairstyle suggest that he is a man of importance or authority. The book he is holding may indicate that he is a scholar or intellectual. This engraving is a fine example of the Baroque style, characterized by its use of cross-hatching and detailed textures. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to explore the work of other artists associated with the Baroque movement.
