Mr. Henricus van Born

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair and a serious expression. He’s wearing a dark coat with a high collar and a white shirt. His right hand rests on a small table holding a quill and inkwell, as if he’s about to write. The image is framed by a round border, and the text around it is in Latin, likely describing the man. The shading is smooth, creating a soft contrast between light and dark. This print uses chiaroscuro, a technique that plays with light and shadow to add depth.