Portret van Thomas Cavendish by Jodocus (I) Hondius

Portret van Thomas Cavendish c. 1595 - 1597

jodocusihondius

pen drawing

mechanical pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

old engraving style

junji ito style

pen-ink sketch

pen work

coloring book page

intricate and detailed

Jodocus Hondius's "Portret van Thomas Cavendish" (c. 1595-1597) is an engraving that depicts Thomas Cavendish, a renowned English explorer. The portrait is framed by an oval, with the inscription "Thomas Candysh Nobilis Anglus" surrounding the image. Cavendish is portrayed holding two globes representing the world, highlighting his voyages and the importance of exploration in his life. The engraving also includes a Latin inscription at the bottom, which translates to "This is the portrait of the most illustrious Thomas Cavendish, an English nobleman."