Who painted Laurence Humphrey?

Laurence Humphrey was painted by Willem de Passe in 1620.

Where can I see Laurence Humphrey?

Laurence Humphrey is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Laurence Humphrey?

Laurence Humphrey is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Laurence Humphrey

Willem de Passe , 1620

Laurence Humphrey is an ink print by the Baroque artist Willem de Passe. It dates from 1620 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print is an engraving of Laurence Humphrey, created by Willem de Passe in 1620.

Subject & Meaning

The engraving depicts a contemplative older man, likely Humphrey, dressed in formal attire with a thick beard, conveying an air of seriousness and introspection. The Latin inscription below the image provides additional context, possibly a poetic or descriptive passage.

Technique & Style

The work is a product of engraving, a technique involving the etching of lines into metal plates to produce the printed image, characterized here by detailed rendering of textures and expressions.