Artwork
Hugo Grotius
Hugo Grotius is an ink print by the Baroque artist Thomas Cross. It dates from 1653 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraving, created by Thomas Cross in 1653, is a portrait of Hugo Grotius. It is an example of a print made using the engraving technique.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts Grotius, a man with a mustache and beard, dressed in attire typical of a scholar, with a bookshelf beside him displaying four titled volumes. The image conveys Grotius's intellectual pursuits and interests.
Technique & Style
The engraving features intricate details, such as the subject's clothing and the books on the shelf, characteristic of the Baroque style. The use of an oval border and symbolic elements, like the 'RUIT HORA' inscription, further exemplify this style.
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