Portret van Hubert Korneliszoon Poot 1698 - 1776

This is a portrait of Hubert Korneliszoon Poot, made with engraving by Johannes de Groot around the 18th Century. Engraving is an intaglio printmaking technique, where the design is incised into a metal plate. The incised lines hold ink, and when pressed against paper, create a detailed image. This process demands precision and control, each line a deliberate mark, which is what gives this portrait its crisp quality. The very act of engraving had social significance, and the level of detail achieved reflects a high degree of skill. This speaks to artistic training and workshops, which were developing at the time. The engraver's labor and expertise, transformed base metal into complex representations. Considering the material and the making of this artwork really helps us understand it fully, challenging the boundaries of fine art and craft.