Artwork
Nicholas Claude Fabri de Peireso, French Antiquary
Nicholas Claude Fabri de Peireso, French Antiquary is an ink print by the Baroque artist Robert Gaywood. It dates from 1656 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Nicholas Claude Fabri de Peireso, French Antiquary is a print engraved by Robert Gaywood in 1656.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts Nicholas Claude Fabri de Peireso, a French antiquary, in formal attire, conveying a sense of seriousness and authority through his direct gaze and dignified demeanor.
Technique & Style
The portrait showcases the characteristics of Baroque art, with its use of dramatic lighting and intense expression, achieved through the skilled use of engraving techniques to capture the subject's features and attire.
History & Provenance
Created in 1656 by Robert Gaywood, this engraving is a representation of Nicholas Claude Fabri de Peireso, highlighting the artist's ability to capture the essence of his subject.
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