Portret van Giovanni de Medici c. 1647 - 1696

"Portret van Giovanni de Medici" is an engraving by Adriaen Haelwegh, dating from the late 17th century. The piece depicts Giovanni de Medici, a cardinal and son of the Grand Duke of Tuscany, in an oval frame decorated with ornate scrolls and his coat of arms. Haelwegh's meticulous attention to detail and the use of light and shadow create a realistic and engaging portrait. The inscription below the portrait identifies the subject and his titles. This work exemplifies the meticulous craftsmanship of 17th-century engraving, showcasing the skillful use of line and tonal variation to represent form and texture.