Artwork
William Cecill, First Baron Burghley
William Cecill, First Baron Burghley is an ink print by the Renaissance artist John Chantry. It dates from 1640 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of William Cecill, First Baron Burghley, created by John Chantry in 1640 using the engraving technique.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a dignified man with a long beard and curly hair, dressed in formal attire, holding a rolled document. The Latin inscription and decorative border in the background add to the subject's stature.
Technique & Style
The engraving features intricate cross-hatching, which creates detailed shading and texture without the use of color, resulting in a nuanced representation of the subject's face and attire.
History & Provenance
The print was made using the engraving process, where the artist incised lines into a metal plate to produce the image.
Artist & collection
