Portret van Dirk II, graaf van Holland 1650
cornelisvisscher
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pencil drawn
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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limited contrast and shading
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sketchbook drawing
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pencil work
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sketchbook art
"Portret van Dirk II, graaf van Holland" is a 1650 engraving by Cornelis Visscher, depicting Dirk II, Count of Holland. The artwork showcases the count in a bust-length portrait with a detailed depiction of his attire and facial features. The portrait is enclosed within an ornate oval frame, emphasizing its importance. This work is a fine example of 17th-century Dutch portraiture, highlighting Visscher's skill in capturing both the physical likeness and the noble bearing of his subject. The engraving currently resides in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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