Artwork
Anne Sophie Herbert, comtesse de Carnarvon
Anne Sophie Herbert, comtesse de Carnarvon is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jean Morin. It dates from 1625 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Anne Sophie Herbert, comtesse de Carnarvon is a 1625 print by French artist Jean Morin, created using a combination of etching, engraving, and stippling techniques on laid paper.
Subject & Meaning
The print is a portrait of Anne Sophie Herbert, Countess of Carnarvon, depicted in a high-necked dress with curly hair and a pearl necklace, conveying a sense of elegance and refinement.
Technique & Style
Morin's use of layered intaglio techniques, including stippling, etching, and engraving, achieves a detailed representation of the subject's hair, fabric, and facial features, showcasing his technical skill.
History & Provenance
Created in 1625 by Jean Morin, a French painter and printmaker known for his technical innovations in printmaking, this work exemplifies his contribution to the development of printmaking techniques.
Artist & collection
Artist
Jean Morin (c.1595 or 1605 – 1650) was a French baroque painter, printmaker, painter, etcher, engraver and publisher.
