Artwork
Cardinal de Coislin
Cardinal de Coislin is an ink print by the Baroque artist Robert Nanteuil. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Cardinal de Coislin is an engraving created by Robert Nanteuil in 1658. It is a portrait of a French cardinal, executed in a detailed and realistic style characteristic of Nanteuil's work.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man, identified as Cardinal de Coislin, dressed in a dark robe with a large white collar, set against a dark background within an oval frame adorned with a decorative crest.
Technique & Style
The engraving showcases Nanteuil's skill with cross-hatching, capturing intricate textures and details in the subject's clothing and hair, and adding depth to the image. The level of detail achieved is notable, exemplifying the characteristics of Baroque art.
History & Provenance
Created in 1658 by Robert Nanteuil, a French portrait artist who worked at the court of Louis XIV as an engraver, draughtsman, and pastellist.
Artist & collection
Artist
Robert Nanteuil (French pronunciation: ; 1623 – 9 December 1678) was a French portrait artist: engraver, draughtsman and pastellist to the court of Louis XIV.
