Portret van Cornelis Jansenius, bisschop van Yperen by Philip Fruytiers

Portret van Cornelis Jansenius, bisschop van Yperen 1620 - 1666

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print, engraving

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portrait

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baroque

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pen drawing

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print

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pen illustration

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old engraving style

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form

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line

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history-painting

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engraving

This is a portrait engraving of Cornelis Jansenius, a Bishop of Ypres, created by Philip Fruytiers between 1620 and 1666. The engraving features a bust portrait of Jansenius in profile, framed by a wreath of foliage and cherubs. The central inscription identifies Jansenius's titles, including Bishop and Doctor of Theology, and praises his work. The visual elements of this print suggest Jansenius was a man of high status, learning, and virtue. This work is a valuable example of 17th-century portraiture, showcasing the artist’s technical skill in engraving and the popular subject matter of the era. This artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

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