Robert Sidney, First Earl of Leicester
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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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Robert Sidney, First Earl of Leicester is a 1621 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a serious-looking man with a white beard and ruffled collar. He’s wearing a dark robe with a chain around his neck. Above his head, there’s a fancy crest with a crown and swirling text. The border is packed with more words, like titles and honors. The tiny lines and shading here show how engraving can create deep shadows and texture. It’s not paint—just metal scratched into a plate. Next, look up engraving to see how artists made these detailed prints.
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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