Diego Sarmiento de Acuna, Count of Gondomar

Diego Sarmiento de Acuna, Count of Gondomar

Simon van de Passe

1621

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This portrait shows a man with a serious expression, wearing a dark robe and a ruffled collar. He has a chain with a medallion around his neck. The background is dark, and the man's face is the main focus. The engraving is detailed, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth. The artist's use of cross-hatching creates a sense of texture and volume. This portrait is a great example of Renaissance art. If you want to see more works from this time period, check out the Renaissance movement.

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