Ernest Casimir, Count of Nassau-Dietz
1628
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1628
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white image shows a serious-looking man with a full beard and curly hair. He’s wearing a lace collar and a dark, patterned jacket. The background is plain, keeping all focus on his face. The tiny lines and shading here create deep shadows and texture—this is how the artist made the portrait feel three-dimensional. It’s not painted; it’s carved into a metal plate. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
