1619
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Thomas Wentworth, Earl of Strafford is a 1619 ink by Claes Jansz Visscher, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in a dark coat and metal armor over his chest. His face is serious, with a mustache and short curly hair. The background is plain, and the man’s hands rest on the armor’s straps. The text around the image lists his titles, including "Earl of Strafford." The artist used fine lines to create shadows and details, giving the portrait depth. Look up engraving to see how artists like this made prints with metal plates.
Claes Janszoon Visscher (1587 – 19 June 1652) was a Dutch Golden Age draughtsman, engraver, mapmaker, and publisher.
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