Thomas Cavendish
1610
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1610
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Thomas Cavendish is a 1610 ink by Robert Boissard, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving shows a man in fancy 16th-century clothes holding a globe. Around him are ships, a compass, and a map with places like Asia, Africa, and America labeled. His collar is ruffled, and he’s wearing a chain with a coin on it. The background has swirls and a coat of arms. The globe and ships hint at travel and exploration. The Latin text below calls him "Cap. Thomas Candish Esquire," which matches the title. Next, check out engraving to see how artists like this carved intricate details into metal plates.
Robert Boissard (1560–1601) was a French artist, born in Valence.
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