Portret van Octave de Ligne, prins van Arenberg 1650 - 1670
cornelismeyssens
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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photo restoration
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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portrait reference
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pencil drawing
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limited contrast and shading
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portrait drawing
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pencil work
"Portret van Octave de Ligne, prins van Arenberg" is an etching by Cornelis Meyssens, dating back to between 1650 and 1670. This portrait depicts Octave de Ligne, Prince of Arenberg, in a bust-length composition, within an elaborate oval frame. The image showcases the detailed craftsmanship typical of etching, with delicate lines capturing the sitter's features and clothing. The artwork is housed at the Rijksmuseum, offering a glimpse into 17th-century portraiture and the representation of aristocracy in Dutch art.
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