Henricus Percye (Henry Percy, 9th Earl of Northumberland)
1608
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1608
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Henricus Percye (Henry Percy, 9th Earl of Northumberland) is a 1608 ink by Francis Delaram, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man with a long white beard, dressed in ornate Renaissance attire. He wears a patterned vest over a white shirt, and a cloak is draped over his left shoulder. The man's right hand rests on his stomach, while his left hand is placed on his hip. The engraving is rendered in fine detail, with intricate cross-hatching that adds depth and texture to the image. The man's face is serene, with a gentle expression that suggests a sense of quiet contemplation. The level of detail and craftsmanship in this engraving is reminiscent of the Renaissance movement, which was characterized by a renewed interest in classical techniques and forms. To learn more about this period and its artists, you might explore the Renaissance movement.
Francis Delaram (born around 1590, fl. 1615–1624 or 1627), was an English engraver. Delaram left a substantial collection of engraved portraits, landscapes and book illustrations (specifically, William Camden's…
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