Portret van Jean Jouvenet 1745

portrait

pencil drawn

light pencil work

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pencil drawing

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

This anonymous 1745 etching titled *Portret van Jean Jouvenet* portrays a portrait of the French Baroque painter Jean Jouvenet. The etching captures a realistic depiction of the artist, with his signature curly hair, and is surrounded by an ornate frame. The piece, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to the artistry of an anonymous engraver, showcasing their skill in capturing the essence of the subject in a small-scale format.