Jan de Wael
Anthony van Dyck
key Notes:
Portraiture Mastery, Baroque Realism
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Dimensions:
Image/sheet, trimmed within platemark: 24.5 × 17 cm (9 11/16 × 6 3/4 in.)
medium:
Etching and engraving in black on ivory laid paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:
The painting "Jan de Wael" by Anthony van Dyck, a prominent Flemish Baroque artist, depicts the Antwerp-based painter and art dealer Jan de Wael, who was part of van Dyck's artistic circle. This portrait exemplifies van Dyck's skill in capturing the character and status of his sitters, contributing to his reputation as a leading portraitist of his time.
Description of the work:
The etching and engraving "Jan de Wael" by Anthony van Dyck depicts a bust-length portrait of the subject, characterized by meticulous line work that captures the texture of the hair and the subtle play of light across the face. The use of black on ivory laid paper enhances the contrast, emphasizing the sitter's contemplative expression and the detailed rendering of his attire.
Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago
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