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Stanislaus Sabinus von Stracza

Nicolaus Andrea

1590

ink

paper

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance

Dominant colour

Stanislaus Sabinus von Stracza is a 1590 ink by Nicolaus Andrea, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Nicolaus Andrea
When & what style?: 1590 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image shows a bearded man in a dark, ornate robe. His face is serious, with a long beard and deep-set eyes. Around him, tiny figures—some holding tools, others playing instruments—crowd the edges like a busy border. The border isn’t just decoration. It’s packed with tiny scenes of daily life, tools, and symbols, all carved into the paper. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and depth, making everything look three-dimensional. Next, check out the technique: engraving.