Titelprent met het portret van Louis Roupert by Louis Cossin

Titelprent met het portret van Louis Roupert 1668

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white colour balance

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photo of handprinted image

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light pencil work

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shading to add clarity

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white dominant colour

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light coloured

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old engraving style

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limited contrast and shading

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repetition of white colour

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remaining negative space

"Titelprent met het portret van Louis Roupert" is a 1668 etching by Dutch artist Louis Cossin, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The etching depicts Louis Roupert, a Dutch goldsmith, seated and holding a design for a piece of jewelry. The composition is typical of Baroque portraiture, with the sitter positioned centrally and surrounded by opulent details, such as the stylized flowers in a vase, the table, and the luxurious fabrics. The etching is a testament to the skill of both the artist and the subject, highlighting the artistry and precision involved in the craft of goldsmithing in the 17th century.

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