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Marcus Valerius Corvus, by Hendrik Goltzius, ink, 1586

Marcus Valerius Corvus

Hendrik Goltzius

1586

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Marcus Valerius Corvus is a 1586 ink by Hendrik Goltzius, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Hendrik Goltzius
When & what style?
1586 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a man, possibly a Roman general, with a strong expression. He's dressed in old-fashioned armor and has a stern look on his face. The details in this engraving are interesting because they show the artist's skill with lines and textures. To learn more about the artist who created this detailed work, look up the artist: Goltzius, Hendrick.

About the artist

Portrait of Hendrik Goltzius
Artist

Hendrik Goltzius

Hendrick Goltzius (German: , Dutch: ; né Goltz; January or February 1558 – 1 January 1617) was a German-born Dutch printmaker, draftsman, and painter.

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