Andreas Velleius (Anders Sorensen Vedel)

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in profile. He’s wearing a ruffled collar, a fur-lined robe, and a tall hat. His beard is thick, and his face looks serious. The background is plain, so all the focus is on his clothes and expression. The name at the bottom reads *Andreas Velleius*—this is actually a Danish scholar named Anders Sorensen Vedel. The artist used fine lines to create shadows and texture, making the fabric look real. Next, check out how this was made with engraving.