Created:
Movement:
1682
Baroque
key Notes:
Engraved Portrait, Baroque Detail
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Dimensions:
Plate: 48.2 × 37 cm (19 × 14 5/8 in.); Sheet: 49.7 × 38.2 cm (19 5/8 × 15 1/16 in.)
medium:
Engraving on ivory laid paper
Difficulty:
Master
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story of the work:

The painting titled "Crispin" by Gérard Edelinck, after Theodorus Netscher, is an engraving that reflects the collaborative practices of the 17th and 18th centuries, where engravers reproduced works of painters to reach a broader audience. Edelinck, a prominent engraver of his time, translated Netscher's work into print, showcasing the interplay between French and Dutch artistic traditions during this period.

Description of the work:

The engraving titled "Crispin" by Gérard Edelinck, after Theodorus Netscher, depicts a finely detailed portrait characterized by its precise line work and delicate shading, typical of Edelinck's mastery in engraving techniques. The use of ivory laid paper enhances the contrast and depth of the image, highlighting the intricate textures and expressions captured in the subject's visage.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Crispin