Maria of Austria, Infanta of Spain
1622
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
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
Dominant colour
Maria of Austria, Infanta of Spain is a 1622 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This black-and-white portrait shows a woman with a high collar and ruffled neckline. Her hair is pulled back, and she has a calm, direct gaze. The background is plain, keeping all focus on her face and the ornate border around her. The border is packed with Latin text, likely praising her. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and depth, giving the print a detailed look. Next, check out the technique: engraving to see how artists like this made intricate prints.
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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