Jean Monnet
1765
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1765
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair and a ruffled collar. His face is turned slightly to the side, looking thoughtful. The background is a simple oval frame with decorative scrolls and flowers at the bottom. The name "MONET" is carved into the frame, but that’s likely a mistake—this is an older print. The artist used fine lines to show texture in the hair and fabric. Next, check out etching to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
