Portret van Jean-Antoine Roucher by Auguste Adrien Jouanin

Portret van Jean-Antoine Roucher 1816 - 1887

augusteadrienjouanin

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

aged paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

This engraving by Auguste Adrien Jouanin, dating back to 1816-1887, depicts Jean-Antoine Roucher, a French poet known for his work "The Song of the Sea". The portrait showcases Roucher in a simple but elegant attire, with his gaze directed towards the viewer. Jouanin's meticulous attention to detail captures Roucher's likeness, providing viewers with an intimate glimpse into the life of a prominent literary figure. The work demonstrates the precision of engraving as a medium, a popular choice in the 19th century for replicating portraits of individuals in a detailed yet accessible manner.