Philip Herbert, Fourth Earl of Pembroke
1616
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1616
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Philip Herbert, Fourth Earl of Pembroke is a 1616 ink by Robert van Voerst, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair, a beard, and a serious expression. He’s wearing a ruffled collar and a fancy chain with a round medal. His left hand holds a piece of paper, and his right hand rests on his chest. The artist used fine lines and shading to show texture, especially in his hair and clothes. This is an engraving, not a painting—you can see the tiny etched lines that create the details. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists use lines to make shadows and depth.
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