Thomas Cromwell, Earl of Essex
1620
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1620
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Thomas Cromwell, Earl of Essex is a 1620 ink by Willem de Passe, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows a man seated at a desk, facing left. He wears a fur-trimmed coat and a hat, with papers and a quill pen in front of him. The image is an engraving, with intricate cross-hatching that creates depth and texture. The man's face is rendered in fine detail, with a serious expression. The portrait is a product of the Baroque movement, characterized by its use of dramatic lighting and intense emotions. To learn more about this style, explore the works of other Baroque artists.
