William I, Prince of Orange

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a serious-looking man in fancy clothes. His ruff collar is stiff and starched, and he wears a chain around his neck. The background is plain, but the edges of the picture are packed with swirly designs and Latin words. The artist used sharp lines and shading to make the face stand out. The words around the frame call him "William, Prince of Orange," which sounds important. Want to see more? Check out engraving to learn how artists like this carved fine details into metal plates.