Joseph Parrocel
1744
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1744
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a man on horseback in this engraving. He's dressed in old-fashioned clothing and has a serious expression. The details in the man's face and clothing are interesting because they show the artist's skill with small lines and patterns. The artist used many small lines to create texture and shading. This technique makes the image look detailed and realistic. Check out the work of artist: Wille, Johann Georg, to see more examples of this style.