L. Bay de Curys

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair tied back. He’s wearing a high collar and a bow at his neck. Above his head sits a fancy bow made of leaves or flowers. The name "L. Bay de Curys" is written below the portrait. The artist used a technique called *etching* to carve fine lines into metal, then inked it for this print. The paper looks old and textured, like it was made by hand. Next, check out etching to see how artists create detailed prints like this.