1609
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Emperor Rudolph II is a 1609 ink by Aegidius Sadeler II, a Baroque work, depicting Charles V, held at National Gallery of Art.
This portrait shows Emperor Rudolph II in a formal pose. He's dressed in ornate clothing and holds a scepter. The details in the portrait are precise and intricate. The emperor's face is serious and stern. The artist put a lot of effort into creating this detailed portrait. It's interesting to see how the artist used lines and shading to create depth. To learn more about the method used to create this portrait, look up the technique: engraving.
Aegidius Sadeler or Aegidius Sadeler II (1570–1629) was a Flemish engraver who was principally active at the Prague court of Rudolf II, Holy Roman Emperor and his successors.
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