Pierre Maugis, seigneur des Granges 1605 - 1650
jeanmorin
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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drawing
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aged paper
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toned paper
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photo restoration
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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portrait reference
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pencil drawing
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limited contrast and shading
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men
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columned text
"Pierre Maugis, Seigneur des Granges" is an etching by the French artist Jean Morin, created between 1605 and 1650. The artwork is a portrait of Pierre Maugis, a French nobleman, depicted in a three-quarter view within a decorative octagonal frame. The etching showcases Morin's skill in capturing the sitter's likeness and the detail of his attire. The artwork is a fine example of the portraiture genre and provides insight into the fashion and social conventions of the 17th century.
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