Edward Somerset, Fourth Earl of Worcester
1618
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Simon van de Passe
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Edward Somerset, Fourth Earl of Worcester is a 1618 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of an older man with a full white beard and ruffled collar. He’s dressed in fancy robes with intricate patterns on the sleeves, holding a small object in his right hand. Above his head, a crown and Latin words wrap around like a frame, and his name is written below in neat, old-style letters. The tiny lines and shading in the print create deep shadows and texture, making his face look almost three-dimensional. This kind of detail is typical of the time’s engraving techniques. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made sharp, precise portraits.
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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