Portret van Arnaud de Canteloup by Etienne Picart

Portret van Arnaud de Canteloup 1660

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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photo restoration

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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personal sketchbook

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old-timey

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19th century

Etienne Picart's "Portret van Arnaud de Canteloup" from 1660 is an engraving depicting Arnaud de Canteloup, Archbishop of Bordeaux. The portrait shows the subject in a three-quarter bust, wearing a cardinal's hat and robe, and is framed by a simple oval. The engraving's fine detail and tonal variation give a sense of realism to the subject's features. Picart was known for his portraits of historical figures and religious leaders, and this work exemplifies his ability to capture their likeness with accuracy and precision. This print provides a glimpse into the life and work of a prominent figure in the French Church during the 17th century.

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