The Emperor Matthias
1621
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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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
The Emperor Matthias is a 1621 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This engraving depicts a man's head and shoulders, facing left. He wears a cloak with a lace-trimmed collar and a pointed hat. The man's face is rendered in fine detail, with a short beard and mustache. His eyes are cast downward, and his eyebrows are slightly furrowed. The background of the engraving is a subtle cross-hatch pattern, which adds depth and texture to the image. The level of detail in this engraving suggests a high degree of skill and craftsmanship. To learn more about the techniques used to create this image, you might want to explore the art of engraving.
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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