Untitled
1576
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1576
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
Untitled is a 1576 by Paulus van I the elder Somer, a Renaissance work, held at Victoria and Albert Museum.
This sketch shows two older men with long hair and beards, drawn in quick, sketchy lines. Their faces are turned slightly toward each other, hands resting near their chests. The paper has a soft, worn look, and the lines vary in thickness—some areas are packed with tiny strokes, while others are loose and flowing. The artist used a technique called *cross-hatching* to build up shadows and texture, especially in the hair and clothing. It’s a way to add depth without color. If you like this style, check out more works by Somer, Paulus van I the elder.
A pen and ink drawing by Paulus van Somer the Elder from 1576 depicts a series of masked figures.
Read the full account in the museum source.
Paulus van I the elder Somer was a draftsman who worked between 1576 and 1621, leaving behind only an untitled drawing from that span.
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