1627
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Sir Benjamin Rudyerd, Politician and Poet is a 1627 ink by John Payne, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious expression. He has curly hair, a full beard, and a ruffled collar around his neck. The background is plain, but the edges of the image are decorated with text and swirling designs. The text around the portrait includes the name "Sir Benjamin Rudyerd" and a poem about his character. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and details, giving the image a textured look. Look up engraving to see how artists like this one make detailed prints.
John Payne (1607–1647) was an English engraver, who was one of the earliest exponents of the art of engraving in England. His best work was the finest produced by a native-born engraver working during the reign of Charles I.
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