Artwork
Jerome van Beverningk
Jerome van Beverningk is an ink print by the Baroque artist Abraham Blooteling. It dates from 1679 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Abraham Blooteling’s 1679 engraving presents a likeness of Jerome van Beverningk. Executed in the late seventeenth‑century Dutch print tradition, the work captures the sitter in a solemn pose, his features rendered with meticulous line work that emphasizes age and presence.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with long, curling hair, a dark jacket, and an elaborate collar, his gaze directed straight toward the viewer. The detailed rendering of facial lines and wrinkles conveys a sense of experience and gravitas, suggesting the sitter’s social standing or professional role.
Technique & Style
Blooteling employed fine engraving and cross‑hatching to model light and shadow across the figure. The dark background isolates the subject, while the intricate line work creates texture in the hair, clothing, and facial features, characteristic of Baroque portraiture in print form.
History & Provenance
Created in 1679, the print belongs to Blooteling’s mature period, during which he produced numerous portrait engravings for the Dutch market. While specific ownership records are limited, the work has been documented in several European print collections, reflecting its circulation among collectors of the era.
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