Portret van Johann Draconites by Robert Boissard

Portret van Johann Draconites 1597 - 1599

toned paper

light pencil work

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

pencil work

"Portret van Johann Draconites" is an engraving by Robert Boissard dating from 1597 to 1599. The portrait depicts Johann Draconites, a prominent figure, in an oval frame adorned with intricate floral designs. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, is a testament to Boissard's skill in capturing the likeness and detail of his subject, showcasing the artist's mastery of the medium.