Artwork
Isaac Hilary

Isaac Hilary is an ink print by the Baroque artist Unknown 19th Century. It dates from 1613 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art. This engraving is a black-and-white portrait of a bearded man within a circular frame, accompanied by ornate lettering around the edge.
About this work
The year 1613 is written at the top, and the text includes the word "Nobilis," which means noble.
This is a black-and-white engraving of a bearded man in a round frame. His face is serious, with short curly hair and a neatly trimmed beard. The background is plain, but his collar has a bit of lace detail. Around the edge of the circle, there’s text in fancy letters, like a name or title.
The year 1613 is written at the top, and the text includes the word "Nobilis," which means noble. This suggests the man might have been someone important. The artist used cross-hatching—lots of tiny lines—to create shadows and depth.
Look up cross-hatching to see how artists build shading with lines.
Overview
This engraving is a black-and-white portrait of a bearded man within a circular frame, accompanied by ornate lettering around the edge.
Subject & Meaning
The subject is depicted with a serious expression and is identified by text that includes the word 'Nobilis,' indicating nobility, suggesting he was a person of importance. The year 1613 is inscribed at the top.
Technique & Style
The artist employed cross-hatching, a technique involving closely spaced parallel lines that intersect to create shading and depth, to render the subject's features and attire, including the lace detail on his collar.
Artist & collection
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