Pope Leo XI
1605
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
Crispijn van de Passe I
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Pope Leo XI is a 1605 ink by Crispijn van de Passe I, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
The image is a portrait of a man with a long white beard and mustache, wearing a dark robe and a hat. He is surrounded by an oval border with text, including his name and title, "Pope Leo XI." The background is dark, with some lighter shading around the subject's head. The engraving technique is evident in the detailed lines and cross-hatching that create texture and depth in the image. The overall effect is one of solemnity and dignity, fitting for a portrait of a religious leader. For more information on the artist who created this engraving, look up Passe I, Crispijn van de.
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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