Portret van Nicolas de Saint-Saturnin 1660
etiennepicart
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pencil drawn
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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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"Portret van Nicolas de Saint-Saturnin" is a 1660 engraving by French artist Etienne Picart (1632-1721). The portrait depicts Nicolas de Saint-Saturnin in profile, with his hands clasped in prayer. He wears a miter and a robe, signifying his position as a cardinal. This small, intimate engraving showcases Picart's skill in capturing the likeness and dignity of his subject, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church. The image is framed in an oval, adding a sense of formality to the portrait.
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