Portrait of Dr. Joan Sambuco Possibly 1574
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drawing, print, etching, paper
pencil drawn
drawing
aged paper
toned paper
light pencil work
etching
pencil sketch
old engraving style
paper
personal sketchbook
watercolour illustration
sketchbook art
watercolor
This engraving, *Portrait of Dr. Joan Sambuco*, was created by Johannes Sambucus in 1574. The artwork depicts a bust-length portrait of Dr. Joan Sambuco, a Hungarian physician and scholar, set within a decorative frame. Sambucus’s portrait is rendered in a realistic style with careful attention to detail, emphasizing his intellectual prowess. The frame surrounding his portrait features ornate flourishes, including botanical motifs, symbolizing his knowledge and expertise. The inscription below the portrait provides further context about Sambuco's life and accomplishments. This engraving exemplifies the artistic style of Renaissance portraiture, combining realism with symbolic elements. *Portrait of Dr. Joan Sambuco* is a testament to Sambucus's intellectual pursuits and his enduring legacy in the field of medicine.
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