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William Fielding, First Earl of Denbigh, by Robert van Voerst, ink, 1616

William Fielding, First Earl of Denbigh

Robert van Voerst

1616

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

William Fielding, First Earl of Denbigh is a 1616 ink by Robert van Voerst, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Robert van Voerst
When & what style?
1616 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is an engraving of a man's portrait. He has curly hair and is wearing a lace collar and a jacket with buttons down the front. The background is dark, and the man's face is the main focus. The man's expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. The engraving technique used to create this portrait is detailed and intricate, with many fine lines and textures that give the image depth and dimension. The style of this portrait is reminiscent of Renaissance art, with its use of chiaroscuro and attention to detail. If you're interested in learning more about this style, you might want to look into the Renaissance movement.

About the artist

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