Sir Humphrey Gilbert
1610
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1610
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Sir Humphrey Gilbert is a 1610 ink by Robert Boissard, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a man in fancy armor and a ruff collar, holding a small object in one hand and a globe in the other. Behind him, a ship sails on a wavy sea, and a coat of arms sits in the top left corner. The background is simple, with just a few clouds and a cross symbol labeled "Virginia." The text below calls him "Sr Humphrey Gilbert knight" and praises his bravery at sea. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, making the details stand out. Want to see more like this? Check out engraving for how artists use lines to build depth.
