Letter O 1630

drawing, print, paper, engraving

pencil drawn

drawing

light pencil work

germany

shading to add clarity

print

pencil sketch

old engraving style

paper

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

engraving

Peter Aubry's "Letter O" from 1630 is a fine example of a decorative engraving. The composition features a detailed, ornately scrolled frame that encircles four distinct, expressive faces. This work, now housed in the Art Institute of Chicago, represents the artist's skillful use of line and detail to create an intricate design. The meticulous rendering of the frame and the powerful visages within create a unique and striking visual experience.