William V, Duke of Bavaria
1588
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
1588
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
William V, Duke of Bavaria is a 1588 ink by Anton Wierix, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious expression. He has a full beard, mustache, and curly hair. His collar is high and stiff-looking, with a chain hanging down his chest. The background is plain, keeping all focus on his face and shoulders. The text below his image is in Latin, naming him as a duke. This kind of detailed portrait was common in the Renaissance, where leaders and nobles were often shown this way. Want to see more? Try looking up engraving.
