Henricus Steenwyck
1641
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Paulus Pontius
Paulus Pontius (27 May 1603 – 16 January 1658) was a Flemish engraver and painter.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Henricus Steenwyck is a 1641 ink by Paulus Pontius, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait depicts a man with long, curly hair and a beard, wearing a white shirt with ruffled cuffs. He is shown from the waist up, facing to the right, with his body turned slightly towards the viewer. The background of the image is a solid, dark color. The man's attire and hairstyle suggest that he is a figure from the 17th century. The level of detail in the engraving is impressive, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. The use of cross-hatching in this engraving is noteworthy, as it adds a sense of dimensionality to the image. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to explore the work of other artists who have used it, such as Pontius, Paulus.
Paulus Pontius (27 May 1603 – 16 January 1658) was a Flemish engraver and painter.
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