Dubbelportret van Johann Georg en August van Saksen by Dominicus Custos

Dubbelportret van Johann Georg en August van Saksen 1601

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pencil drawn

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aged paper

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old engraving style

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archive photography

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historical photography

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old-timey

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word imagery

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"Dubbelportret van Johann Georg en August van Saksen" is a 1601 engraving by Dominicus Custos, showcasing the young brothers, Johann Georg and August of Saxony, in a double portrait format. The engraving is featured within an oval frame, and the inscription around the frame highlights their titles. This work, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, is a fine example of 17th-century portraiture with its meticulous detail and illustrative inscription. The work is known for its detailed rendering of the subjects, including the fine fabric of their garments, their expressions, and their intricate jeweled necklaces.

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