Medallion Portrait of Man in Ruff and Pointed Beard
1621
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
Medallion Portrait of Man in Ruff and Pointed Beard is a 1621 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image features a small, circular engraving of a man's head and shoulders. The man is depicted wearing a ruff and a pointed beard, and is shown in a three-quarter view. The engraving is rendered in fine detail, with intricate lines and shading that give the image a sense of depth and texture. The man's expression is serious and introspective, and his eyes seem to gaze directly at the viewer. The background of the engraving is plain, allowing the viewer's focus to remain on the subject. The level of detail and realism in this engraving suggests a high level of skill and craftsmanship on the part of the artist. For more works by this artist, explore the art of Passe, Simon van de.
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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