Portret van Guy Patin 1670

"Portret van Guy Patin" is a 1670 etching by Antoine Masson, a French artist known for his portraits and religious works. This piece depicts Guy Patin, a prominent French physician and scholar, in a close-up view emphasizing his detailed facial features and the slight frown on his lips. Masson’s use of cross-hatching and stippling create a sense of depth and realism, typical of the Baroque style. The etching’s inscription identifies Patin’s profession and the inscription below reveals the artist’s signature.