Portret van Karel Emanuel I by Petrus Rucholle

Portret van Karel Emanuel I 1640 - 1670

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pencil drawn

facial expression drawing

pencil sketch

old engraving style

caricature

portrait reference

pencil drawing

portrait drawing

pencil work

fine art portrait

Petrus Rucholle's engraving "Portret van Karel Emanuel I" (1640-1670) depicts Charles Emmanuel I, Duke of Savoy. The artwork, measuring 242 mm by 181 mm, showcases a detailed portrait of the Duke in armor, holding a staff. The engraving style is reminiscent of the Dutch Golden Age, with meticulous hatching and a focus on realism. Rucholle, who died young at the age of 29, is known for his skilled engravings, often featuring portraits of important figures. The engraving was likely commissioned to celebrate Charles Emmanuel I's reign as Duke of Savoy.