Portret van Palamedes Palamedesz. I Possibly 1630 - 1646

This engraving by Paulus Pontius, a prominent Dutch artist of the 17th century, depicts Palamedes Palamedesz, a notable painter from the Dutch Golden Age. Created sometime between 1630 and 1646, the portrait captures Palamedesz in a three-quarter profile, his gaze directed slightly away from the viewer. He is shown wearing a lace collar and a dark cloak, his right hand resting on a table. Pontius was known for his skillful use of line and his ability to render subtle nuances of light and shadow, as seen in the detailed textures of Palamedesz’s clothing.