Justus Lipsius, Historian
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1850
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Justus Lipsius, Historian is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white print shows a bearded man in a ruff collar and layered clothing. His hands rest on a book, and he looks directly at you with a serious expression. The background is plain, keeping all focus on his face and posture. The text below calls him a "historian" and praises his learning, but the print itself feels stiff and old-fashioned. The lines are sharp, with lots of shading to show his wrinkles and fabric folds. Want to see how this style works in other prints? Try looking up engraving.
