Thomas Cavendish

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in a round frame. He’s wearing a fancy, ruffled collar and a patterned jacket. His right hand holds a small object—maybe a glove or a scroll—while his left rests on his chest. The background is dark, making his face stand out. The name around the frame spells out *"Thomas Cavendish."* The artist used fine lines to create shading, giving the portrait depth. Next, check out the technique: engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.