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Sir John Cheke, Tutor to Edward VI

Willem de Passe

1620

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

Sir John Cheke, Tutor to Edward VI is a 1620 ink by Willem de Passe, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Willem de Passe
When & what style?: 1620 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image depicts a man with a long white beard, wearing a fur-trimmed coat and a hat. He is shown in a circular frame, with a textured background behind him. The frame features text, including the words "IOANNES CHECUS" and "LINGUA GRAE PROFES". The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The texture of his coat and hat is detailed, giving the impression of depth and dimension. The engraving technique used in this portrait is evident in the cross-hatching patterns that create shading and texture. To learn more about this style, explore the technique of engraving.