Artwork
Gregorius Tarrisse
Gregorius Tarrisse is an ink print by the Baroque artist Balthasar Moncornet. It dates from 1634 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
The text below says his name is Gregorius Tarrisse and he was a religious leader who died in 1648 at age 74.
This is a black-and-white engraving of a serious-looking man in a round frame. He’s wearing a dark robe with a high collar and a chain around his neck. The background is just a plain oval border with tiny cross-hatched lines all over it.
The text below says his name is Gregorius Tarrisse and he was a religious leader who died in 1648 at age 74. The artist’s name, B. Moncornet, is also written at the bottom.
Want to learn more about how artists like this made detailed prints using engraving.
Overview
Gregorius Tarrisse is a black-and-white engraving on laid paper created by Balthasar Moncornet in 1634. The print depicts a prominent figure from the 17th century.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving shows Gregorius Tarrisse, a religious leader, in a formal portrait. The text below the image identifies him and notes that he died in 1648 at the age of 74.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by intricate cross-hatching in the background and a detailed rendering of Tarrisse's attire, including a dark robe and chain. The use of engraving allowed Moncornet to achieve a high level of detail.
History & Provenance
Balthasar Moncornet, a French painter, engraver, and tapissier, was active in Rouen and Paris. He produced around 45 portrait engravings of notable figures from the 17th century.
Artist & collection
Artist
Balthasar Moncornet (1600, Rouen – 1668, Paris) was a French painter, engraver, and tapissier revered for his depictions of around 45 different prominent figures of the 17th century.
