Thomas Egerton, First Viscount of Brackley
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
Thomas Egerton, First Viscount of Brackley is a 1621 ink by Simon van de Passe, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man with a ruffled collar and a chain of office around his neck. He is wearing a dark jacket with a high collar and holds a small object in his right hand. The man's face is serious, with a slight furrowed brow. The background of the portrait is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The engraving technique used to create the portrait is evident in the fine lines and details that make up the image. The level of detail in the portrait suggests that it was created by a skilled artist. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this portrait, you might want to look up Passe, Simon van de.
Simon van de Passe (1595–1647) was an artist, born in Cologne.
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