Emperor Maximilian I
1520
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
1520
From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious face. He wears a wide-brimmed hat, a chain of office around his neck, and a fancy collar. His right hand holds a small object, maybe a key or a ring. Behind him, a building with a statue on top looks old and grand. The artist focused on the man’s face and clothes to show his importance. The lines are sharp, and the details in his jewelry and hat are very precise. Next, look up Lucas van Leyden to see more of his work.
