Pierre Jeliote

About this work

This black-and-white portrait shows a man in profile, his face turned slightly toward us. His curly hair is neatly styled, and he wears a cravat around his neck. Above his head, a decorative bow sits against a textured background, while the name "Pierre Jeliote" is printed below in bold letters. The artist used fine lines to capture the man’s expression and hair, a method that makes the details stand out. The paper has a visible texture, typical of older prints. Next, check out how etching creates these sharp, precise lines.