Portret van Gijsbert Voet by Jonas Suyderhoef

Portret van Gijsbert Voet 1640 - 1686

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pencil drawn

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light pencil work

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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charcoal drawing

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portrait reference

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pencil drawing

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limited contrast and shading

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portrait drawing

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pencil work

This engraving, *Portret van Gijsbert Voet* (1640-1686), is a portrait of the Dutch theologian Gijsbert Voet by the artist Jonas Suyderhoef (1613-1686). The work is a detailed depiction of the subject in an oval frame with text surrounding the portrait describing Voet's accomplishments. The image highlights the subject's facial features and the details of his clothing and is a prime example of a 17th-century portrait engraving, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering detail and capturing the essence of their sitter. The engraving, with its inscription and realistic details, reflects the artistic style and the cultural values of the time.

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