Portret van Gaspar de Bracamonte y Guzman 1658 - 1670
joannesmeyssens
pencil drawn
aged paper
photo restoration
pencil sketch
old engraving style
limited contrast and shading
pencil work
word imagery
historical font
columned text
"Portret van Gaspar de Bracamonte y Guzman" is an etching by Joannes Meyssens, a Flemish artist active during the 17th century. Completed sometime between 1658 and 1670, the artwork depicts Gaspar de Bracamonte y Guzman, a Spanish nobleman, in a detailed portrait style. The subject is portrayed in an oval frame, emphasizing his features and attire, which includes a richly embroidered collar and a decorative coat. Meyssens was known for his ability to capture realistic detail, as evidenced by the intricate rendering of the subject's clothing and facial features. The print is part of the Rijksmuseum collection, demonstrating the historical and artistic significance of this work.
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