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Profile of a Man

Lombard 16th Century , 1510

Profile of a Man, by Lombard 16th Century, chalk, 1510
Profile of a Man, by Lombard 16th Century, chalk, 1510

Profile of a Man is a chalk drawing by the Renaissance artist Lombard 16th Century. It dates from 1510 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

The work titled “Profile of a Man” is a drawing executed on laid paper. It presents a single figure rendered in a profile view, employing a combination of black chalk, red chalk accents, and white highlights to define form and contrast.

Technique & Style

The artist applied black chalk as the primary medium, employing stumping to soften edges and create tonal variation. Selective touches of red chalk introduce subtle color, while white highlights are added to enhance illumination and depth, resulting in a nuanced monochrome composition.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Lombard 16th Century

Artist

Lombard 16th Century

This 16th-century artist made detailed profile drawings in pen, chalk, and ink, along with small bronze and silver religious reliefs.

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