Jacob van Wassenaer van Obdam
1650
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Jonas Suyderhoff
Jonas Suyderhoff (1613–1686) was a Dutch artist, born in Leiden.
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Jacob van Wassenaer van Obdam is a 1650 ink by Jonas Suyderhoff, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair and a mustache. He’s wearing a fancy collar and a heavy-looking coat with buttons down the front. In the top left corner, there’s a shield with a crown and some symbols. The background is plain and dark, so all the focus is on his face and clothes. The text at the bottom lists his name and titles, which suggests he was someone important. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and details, making the portrait look almost three-dimensional. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists create depth with just lines.
Jonas Suyderhoff (1613–1686) was a Dutch artist, born in Leiden.
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