Portret van Alonso Martinez de Espinar 1629 - 1652
juanvannoort
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pencil drawn
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pencil drawing
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coloured pencil
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pen-ink sketch
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limited contrast and shading
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pencil art
"Portret van Alonso Martinez de Espinar" is a portrait engraving by Juan van Noort created between 1629 and 1652. The artwork depicts Alonso Martinez de Espinar, identified by the inscription, in a bust-length pose with a stern expression. The subject's dark attire, the delicate lines of the inscription, and the surrounding decorative frame suggest a style typical of the 17th century. This engraving demonstrates van Noort's skill in capturing the sitter's likeness and conveying a sense of authority through meticulous detail. The inscription provides biographical information about the sitter, adding to the historical and genealogical value of the work.
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