Portrait of Edouard Molé

Robert Nanteuil

Created:
Movement:
1653
Baroque
key Notes:
Engraved Realism, Baroque Portraiture
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Dimensions:
Plate trimmed: 29.1 × 20.1 cm (11 1/2 × 7 15/16 in.)
medium:
Engraving on paper
Difficulty:
Expert
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story of the work:

"Portrait of Edouard Molé" by Robert Nanteuil is a notable example of 17th-century French portraiture, showcasing the artist's skill in engraving and capturing the likeness of prominent figures of his time. Nanteuil, renowned for his detailed and precise technique, created this work to depict Edouard Molé, a distinguished French magistrate and statesman, reflecting the sitter's status and character through meticulous attention to facial features and attire.

Description of the work:

"Portrait of Edouard Molé" by Robert Nanteuil is an engraving that exemplifies the artist's meticulous attention to detail and mastery of line work. The composition features a finely rendered depiction of Molé, characterized by precise hatching and cross-hatching techniques that convey texture and depth, capturing the sitter's dignified expression and elaborate attire with remarkable clarity.

Artwork Photograph Source:
Art Institute of Chicago

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Portrait of Edouard Molé