Artwork

Portrait of a Man

Portrait of a Man, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1652
Portrait of a Man, by Unknown 19th Century, ink, 1652

Portrait of a Man is an ink print by the Baroque artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1652 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print is an engraving titled 'Portrait of a Man'. It depicts a man with a serious expression.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is shown wearing a dark jacket with a white collar and a hat, with a detailed rendering of his face, including wrinkles and a prominent nose. His direct gaze engages the viewer.

Technique & Style

The engraving emphasizes texture and shading through cross-hatching, creating depth and dimension. A simple, dark background tone contrasts with the detailed subject.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.