Artwork
Martin Desjardins
Martin Desjardins is an ink print by the Baroque artist Gerard Edelinck. It dates from 1674 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The print 'Martin Desjardins' is an engraving on laid paper created by Gérard Edelinck in 1674. It is a portrait of the French sculptor Martin Desjardins.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts Martin Desjardins, a sculptor known for his decorative works in 17th-century Paris, holding a small sculpture of a hand. The subject is shown in elaborate attire, suggesting his status as a prominent artist.
Technique & Style
Edelinck's engraving is characterized by fine lines that create deep shadows and texture, particularly in the subject's wig and clothing. The level of detail, such as in the small hand sculpture, demonstrates the artist's technical skill.
Artist & collection
Artist
Gérard Edelinck (20 October 1640 (baptized) – 2 April 1707) was a copper-plate engraver and print publisher of Flemish origin, who worked in Paris from 1666 and became a naturalized French citizen in 1675.
