1621
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Shields of Frederick V, Elizabeth, and Prince Frederick Henry is a 1621 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This image shows a detailed engraving of three shields, each with its own unique design. The shields are surrounded by intricate patterns and text, which appear to be in Latin. The engraving is pulled from a silver medal, which adds to its historical significance. The level of detail in the engraving suggests that it was created with great care and attention. The use of engraving and cross-hatching techniques in this piece is noteworthy. For more on this technique, look up the artist Passe, Simon van de.
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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