Don Diego uit Castilië en zijn vrouw 1641

Crispijn van de Passe (II) created this etching in 1641, depicting Don Diego uit Castilië and his wife, Signora Ioana, in oval portraits. The artwork is a striking example of a popular genre in the 17th century, portraiture. The portraits are featured in a book of engravings at the Rijksmuseum. The etching is a testament to the skill of the artist, capturing the likeness of the subjects in a detailed and nuanced way. This artwork provides a glimpse into the lives of individuals who lived in the 17th century.