Man uit Rio de Janeiro 1562

"Man uit Rio de Janeiro" (1562) is an engraving by French artist François Desprez (1500-1600). It features a man in profile, shown from the waist up, standing with a staff in his hand. The image, likely from a series of prints, demonstrates the graphic style of the 16th century, utilizing detailed lines and shading to convey the figure and his attire. The engraving is framed with a decorative border, adding to the artwork's artistic finesse. This small-scale work, measuring 146 mm in height and 86 mm in width, showcases Desprez's skill in capturing human form through meticulous detail and refined line work.