Wolfgang William, Count Palatine
1601
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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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
Wolfgang William, Count Palatine is a 1601 ink by Crispijn van de Passe I, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a bearded man in a dark, textured coat. His hair is short and neatly combed, and he wears a serious expression. Around his head is a banner with fancy letters, and two small shields sit at the top corners. The lines in his face and beard are sharply carved, showing skill in capturing details. The text below is in Latin, likely describing the man’s title or achievements. This is an example of engraving, a technique where artists etch designs into metal plates.
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
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