Emperor Maximilian I

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in fancy armor and a tall hat. His face is serious, with short curly hair and a beard. Around him are swirling patterns—leaves, crowns, and strange creatures—filling the background like a busy frame. The words above his head call him "Emperor" and list titles like *Caesar* and *Augustus*. The armor looks heavy, with lots of chains and buttons, and the paper has a textured look, like it was made by hand. Next, check out the technique: woodcut.