Barthelemy Tremblay 1639

michellasne

print

pencil drawn

aged paper

toned paper

light pencil work

print

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

pencil art

This etching by Michel Lasne, created in 1639, is a portrait of Barthelemy Tremblay, a sculptor to the King of France. The artwork features an ornate frame with decorative elements surrounding Tremblay's bust. The inscription below the portrait includes a Latin quote referencing Tremblay's work and the patronage of the King. This print offers a glimpse into the life and artistic practice of a prominent 17th-century sculptor and highlights the intricate decorative styles of the period.