The image is an etched portrait showing the upper body of a man in a three-quarter pose, facing slightly left but looking directly at the viewer. The man has a distinguished face with a strong nose, slightly pursed lips, and a gaze that seems focused. His hair is curly and medium-length, peeking out from under a skullcap. He is wearing a garment with a large, wide collar typical of the period, suggesting formal attire. The background features subtle lines indicating drapery and foliage elements. Below the image is the name "Victor Le Boutillier," and in the lower-left corner, "Mellan fecit" indicates the artist responsible for the engraving.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1658, published 1781
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3277 × 4238 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original