Cornelis van Poelenburgh

Cornelis van Poelenburgh

Paulus Pontius

1634

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts a man with curly hair and a mustache, wearing a loose-fitting shirt with a high collar. His left arm is bent, and his hand is resting on his lap. The background is dark, with a lighter area behind the man's head. The man's clothing and hairstyle suggest a formal or artistic setting. The engraving technique used to create the image is evident in the detailed lines and textures. The level of detail and realism in this engraving is characteristic of the Baroque movement.

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