Artwork
Hendrick de Keyser

Hendrick de Keyser is an ink print by the Baroque artist Jonas Suyderhoff. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This engraving by Jonas Suyderhoff is a portrait of Hendrick de Keyser, created in 1650. The print is a black-and-white representation of de Keyser, adorned with ornate text and decorative elements.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts de Keyser with a full beard and curly hair, wearing a dark collar and rounded hat. The surrounding text identifies him as a 'steenhouwer der stad' (city stone carver) and provides his birth and death years, while a poem at the bottom praises his skill with stone and metal.
Technique & Style
The engraving features a plain background, with the subject's image surrounded by decorative swirls and text in an ornate, old-fashioned style. The level of detail achieved through Suyderhoff's engraving technique is evident in the intricate rendering of de Keyser's features and attire.
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