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Johann Tzerklas, Count of Tilly, by Lucas Vorsterman II, ink, 1635

Johann Tzerklas, Count of Tilly

Lucas Vorsterman II

1635

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Johann Tzerklas, Count of Tilly is a 1635 ink by Lucas Vorsterman II, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Lucas Vorsterman II
When & what style?
1635 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The painting depicts a man with long hair and a beard, wearing a lace collar and a dark jacket. He is shown in an oval frame, surrounded by various coats of arms and other symbols. The background of the painting is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The man's facial expression is serious, and his eyes seem to be looking directly at the viewer. His hair is styled in a way that was common during the Renaissance period, and his clothing suggests that he was a member of the nobility. The painting is an example of Renaissance art, characterized by its use of realistic detail and symbolism. It is held at the National Gallery of Art, Washington, and is attributed to the artist Vorsterman II, Lucas. For more information on this style of art, look up the Renaissance movement.

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