Artwork
Thomas Hilde, Puritan Divine
Thomas Hilde, Puritan Divine is an ink print by the Baroque artist Robert Vaughan. It dates from 1653 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Thomas Hilde, Puritan Divine is an engraving created by Robert Vaughan in 1653, presenting a formal portrait of a man associated with the Puritan movement.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a serious-looking man in 17th-century attire, holding a cup and a sheet of paper or music, with a stern expression that is underscored by the engraving's formal style. An accompanying poem cautions against judging individuals based on appearance.
Technique & Style
Executed in black and white, the engraving features precise lines and a simple, framed background with a banner bearing text in an antiquated script, contributing to its formal and austere aesthetic.
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