Aaron Rathborne
1616
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1616
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Aaron Rathborne is a 1616 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a thick beard and ruffled collar. His hair is short and curly, and he’s looking straight ahead with a serious expression. The background is a simple oval frame with some carved letters and designs around it. The text around the edges reads things like *"La Rathborne"* and *"1616"*, hinting at who he might be and when this was made. The artist used tiny lines to create shadows and texture, giving the image depth. If you like this style, check out engraving to see how artists use lines to build detailed portraits.
