Sir Julius Caesar, Master of the Roules
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
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Sir Julius Caesar, Master of the Roules is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white engraving shows a serious-looking man with a white beard and ruff collar. He’s wearing a dark hat and a chain around his neck. In his hand, he holds a small bird—maybe a chicken—while his other hand rests on a book. The background is filled with fancy scrollwork and Latin words like *Magistr Scrinior* and *Honoratissimus*. The text below names him *Sir Julius Caesar*, calling him a knight and a royal advisor. The bird might be a symbol of his role or status. The detailed lines and shading give it a three-dimensional look, even though it’s just ink on paper. Want to see more like this? Check out the technique: engraving.
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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