Artwork
Francois Maynard
Francois Maynard is an ink print by the Baroque artist Pierre Daret de Cazeneuve. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
This engraving was made in 1646, and the artist’s signature is at the bottom.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious expression. He’s wearing a dark, patterned robe and a white collar. His hair and mustache are neatly trimmed. The background is plain, but the oval shape around him is lined with text.
The name "Francois Maynard" is written along the oval’s edge. This engraving was made in 1646, and the artist’s signature is at the bottom.
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Overview
This print is a portrait of Francois Maynard, created by Pierre Daret de Cazeneuve in 1646 using engraving and etching techniques on thin laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with a serious expression, dressed in a dark patterned robe and white collar, with neatly trimmed hair and mustache. The subject's identity is confirmed by the inscription 'Francois Maynard' along the oval border surrounding the image.
Technique & Style
The print combines engraving and etching techniques to produce a detailed black-and-white portrait. The artist's use of these techniques allowed for the creation of intricate textures and fine lines, evident in the subject's clothing and facial features.
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