1680
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Richard Tompson is a 1680 ink by Francis Place, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image is a portrait of a man with long, wavy hair and a dark robe. He is shown from the chest up, facing forward, with a neutral expression. The background is dark, and the overall mood is somber. The man's attire suggests he may be a member of the clergy or a scholar. The artist has used chiaroscuro to create a sense of depth and dimensionality in the image. This portrait is an example of the Baroque style, characterized by dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, look up the Baroque movement.
Francis Place (1647 – 21 September 1728) was an English gentleman draughtsman, potter, engraver and printmaker, active mainly in York.
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