Saint Bartholomew by Johannes Pieter de Frey

Saint Bartholomew 

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drawing, paper, chalk

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drawing

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netherlandish

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facial expression drawing

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baroque

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charcoal drawing

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spanish

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paper

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portrait reference

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chalk

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15_18th-century

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animal drawing portrait

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14_17th-century

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portrait drawing

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facial study

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facial portrait

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portrait art

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fine art portrait

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digital portrait

"Saint Bartholomew" is a monochromatic etching by Johannes Pieter de Frey, a Dutch artist active in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The work, which is currently housed in the Städel Museum, depicts the apostle Bartholomew, holding a knife, a symbol of his martyrdom. De Frey's skilled use of shading and detail creates a realistic portrait of Bartholomew, emphasizing the solemn piety of the subject. This work is a testament to de Frey's talent for portraying religious figures with depth and emotion.

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