1604
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Albert of Austria, Governor of the Southern Netherlands is a 1604 ink by Crispijn van de Passe I, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image is a portrait of a man, likely a noble or official, set within an oval frame. The man is depicted wearing ornate clothing, including a ruffled collar and a cloak adorned with intricate designs. He has short hair and a beard, and his expression is serious. The frame surrounding the portrait features an inscription in Latin, which appears to be a title or dedication. The background of the image is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features and the details of his clothing. The level of detail and realism in this portrait suggests that it was created using a technique such as engraving or cross-hatching. To learn more about this style of art, look up the Baroque movement.
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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