1590
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Sir Francis Drake is a 1590 ink by Thomas de Leu, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious expression, curly hair, and a full beard. He’s dressed in a fancy outfit with a cloak draped over his shoulders. Around him is a curved banner with text in Latin and French, and a round shield showing a ship and a dragon. The text below the image talks about the man’s journey around the world, which took less than three years. The artist used fine lines to create depth in the face and clothes. If you like this style, check out the technique: engraving.
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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