Claude Joly 1673

This is a portrait engraving by Robert Nanteuil from 1673, depicting Claude Joly, a French Bishop. The engraving, now held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, depicts Joly in a bust-length portrait, framed by an oval, with his name and title inscribed around the border. The detailed engraving showcases Nanteuil's masterful use of line and shading to render the Bishop’s face, clothing, and the surrounding details, capturing his likeness with great precision. This intricate work exemplifies the high standard of portraiture in the 17th century.