Portret van de Franse kardinaal René de Birague 1644

"Portret van de Franse kardinaal René de Birague" is an engraving created in 1644 by Frans van den Wijngaerde. It depicts a profile portrait of French Cardinal René de Birague, known for his role in the French Wars of Religion. The detailed rendering of the Cardinal's features and the intricate folds of his robes demonstrate van den Wijngaerde's mastery of the engraving technique. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum and serves as a valuable historical document capturing the likeness of a prominent figure from the 16th century.