Artwork
Jan Lutma the Elder
Jan Lutma the Elder is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jan Lutma II. It dates from 1656 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Jan Lutma II created this etching of Jan Lutma the Elder in 1656. It is a portrait print on laid paper, featuring precise lines and detailed shading.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts an older man, likely a goldsmith as indicated by the inscription 'Ioannes Lutma Aurifex' at the bottom. He is shown seated, wearing a dark, fur-lined coat and hat, with a long white beard and mustache.
Technique & Style
The etching employs fine lines and shading to achieve depth, with additional detail added through punch engraving. The result is a highly detailed representation of the subject's face and clothing, capturing texture and wrinkles.
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