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Caspar Sibelius, by Jonas Suyderhoff, ink, 1642

Caspar Sibelius

Jonas Suyderhoff

1642

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Caspar Sibelius is a 1642 ink by Jonas Suyderhoff, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Jonas Suyderhoff
When & what style?
1642 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts a man with a beard and a ruffled collar, wearing a dark jacket. He is holding a book in his left hand and gesturing with his right hand. The background of the image is a solid gray color. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes are looking directly at the viewer. The engraving is done in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. The level of detail in the engraving suggests that it was created by a skilled artist. You can learn more about the artist's technique by exploring the technique of engraving.

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