Portret van keizer Karel VI by Pieter van Gunst

Portret van keizer Karel VI 1711 - 1731

pencil drawn

shading to add clarity

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

pencil art

"Portret van keizer Karel VI" is an engraving by Pieter van Gunst, created between 1711 and 1731. This portrait of Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI is an example of 18th century Dutch printmaking. The work depicts the emperor in a formal pose, with a regal expression. Charles VI is adorned in armor, symbolizing his power and authority. The engraving's intricate details, including the elaborate framing and inscription, create a sense of grandeur and prestige. The work is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.