Penning met het portret van Johan Willem en de namen van de keurvorsten van de Palts 1685 - 1716
anonymous
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pencil drawn
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light pencil work
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shading to add clarity
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pen-ink sketch
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limited contrast and shading
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pen work
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pencil work
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golden font
This anonymous engraving from 1685-1716 depicts Johan Willem, the Elector Palatine, in profile. The portrait is surrounded by a circular frame listing the names of all the electors of the Palatinate, their reigns, and the dates of their deaths. The engraving's intricate details, including the skulls and crossbones that mark the dates of death, create a unique visual record of the Palatinate's history. This artwork offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the late 17th and early 18th centuries, showcasing the symbolic power of portraiture and the importance of lineage.
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