1590
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Charles Emmanuel I, Duke of Savoy, Prince of Piedmont is a 1590 ink by Thomas de Leu, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white portrait shows a man with a serious expression, a thick beard, and curly hair. His collar is wide and ruffled, and he wears a chain around his neck. The background is plain, but his name is written in a circle around him. The text below is in French and seems to be a poem or dedication. The artist’s name is signed at the bottom, but it’s hard to read. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
Thomas de Leu or Leeuw or Le Leup or Deleu (1560–1612) was a French engraver, publisher, and print dealer of Flemish origin.
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