Sir Hugh Cartwright
1656
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1656
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Sir Hugh Cartwright is a 1656 ink by Lucas Vorsterman II, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of an older man with a serious expression. He’s wearing a ruffled collar and a chain around his neck, possibly a symbol of rank. The background is simple, with a circular frame and some curved lines around it. The name at the bottom reads *"S'r Hugh Chevalier"* and the year 1656, suggesting this is a formal portrait of a nobleman. The artist used fine lines to create texture, especially in the hair and clothing. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Lucas Vorsterman II (1595–1675) was an artist.
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