Albert, Archduke of Austria
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Renold Elstrack
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Albert, Archduke of Austria is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a long white beard and curly hair. He wears a fancy collar and a heavy coat with detailed patterns. Around his head is a decorative border with Latin words, and below him is a coat of arms with a crown. The artist used tiny lines to create shadows and texture, which makes the face look three-dimensional. This style was common in the Renaissance. Next, look up cross-hatching to see how artists build depth with lines.
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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