Gerrit van Honthorst
1634
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Paulus Pontius
Paulus Pontius (27 May 1603 – 16 January 1658) was a Flemish engraver and painter.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Gerrit van Honthorst is a 1634 ink by Paulus Pontius, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image is a black and white engraving of a man with curly hair and a mustache. He is wearing a white collar and a dark jacket or cloak. The background is a cloudy sky. The man's face is turned slightly to the left, and his right hand is holding the edge of his cloak. The engraving is detailed, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. This style of engraving is characteristic of the Baroque movement, which emphasized dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, look up the Baroque movement.
Paulus Pontius (27 May 1603 – 16 January 1658) was a Flemish engraver and painter.
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