Portret van Karel de Kale by Philips Galle

Portret van Karel de Kale 1603

pencil drawn

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

storyboard and sketchbook work

sketchbook art

This engraving, "Portret van Karel de Kale," by Philips Galle, depicts Charles the Bald, the Holy Roman Emperor, in full regalia. Galle, a renowned printmaker of the 16th and 17th centuries, captures Charles' regal bearing with meticulous detail. The engraving emphasizes Charles's authority, showcasing him in armor and holding a sword, with a crown and coat of arms in the background. The artwork was created in 1603 and is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.