Artwork
Andreas Rivetus
Andreas Rivetus is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jonas Suyderhoff. It dates from 1647 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Andreas Rivetus is a 1647 engraving by Jonas Suyderhoff, portraying André Rivet, a historical figure from an earlier era.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts André Rivet with a serious demeanor, attired in antiquated clothing, highlighting Suyderhoff's representation of a bygone figure.
Technique & Style
Executed in engraving, a technique involving incised designs on a hard surface, the work's specifics can be understood further by referencing the engraving process.
History & Provenance
Notably, Suyderhoff created this work at a very young age, approximately four decades after Rivet's active period, demonstrating the artist's study of historical subjects.
Artist & collection
