Artwork
Jacques Sarazin the Elder
Jacques Sarazin the Elder is an ink print by the Baroque artist Charles-Nicolas Cochin I. It dates from 1731 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This print is a portrait of Jacques Sarazin the Elder, a sculptor who worked for the king. Created by Charles-Nicolas Cochin I in 1731, it is executed in etching and engraving on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Sarazin with curly hair and a mustache, dressed in attire characteristic of his time, conveying a sense of seriousness through his detailed facial expression.
Technique & Style
The print combines etching and engraving techniques on laid paper, resulting in a black-and-white image. Etching involves etching a design onto a metal plate with acid, while engraving involves cutting a design directly into the plate.
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