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Jacques Auguste de Thou

Unknown 19th Century

1850

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Jacques Auguste de Thou is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1850 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait is an engraving of a man with short dark hair and a ruffled collar. He is wearing a dark jacket with a high collar, and his face is turned slightly to the right. The background of the engraving is a light color, with some darker shading around the edges. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. His hair is neatly styled, and his clothing appears to be formal. The engraving is detailed, with fine lines and textures that give it a sense of depth and dimension. The use of cross-hatching in this engraving creates a sense of shading and volume, adding to the overall realism of the portrait. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, you might want to explore the work of artists who specialize in engraving.