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The Spanish Parliament from Vox Populi Eoricum, by Thomas Scott

Crispijn van de Passe I

1624

ink

From the collection of Rosenwald Collection

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

The Spanish Parliament from Vox Populi Eoricum, by Thomas Scott is a 1624 ink by Crispijn van de Passe I, a Baroque work, held at Rosenwald Collection.

Who painted this?: Crispijn van de Passe I
When & what style?: 1624 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: Rosenwald Collection

About this work

This engraving shows a chaotic meeting with lots of people in old-fashioned hats and robes. At the front, two men sit at a table under a fancy coat of arms, while others crowd around, some standing, some leaning in—one even has a cat on his shoulder. The room has two large windows with diamond-patterned glass, and a banner at the top reads *"The Spanish Parliament."* The artist used tiny lines to build up shadows and textures, giving the scene depth. This style was common in the 1600s for detailed prints. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made sharp, repeatable images.