Portret van Sigismund III, koning van Polen en Zweden 1672

Matthias van Sommer's 1672 engraving, "Portret van Sigismund III, koning van Polen en Zweden", is a detailed portrait of Sigismund III Vasa, King of Poland and Sweden. The engraving showcases Sigismund in regal attire, his face etched with a sense of authority. He is adorned with a sash and a collar of a prominent order, perhaps the Order of the White Eagle. The engraving is framed by a drapery curtain, hinting at a theatrical setting. The inscription below in Latin identifies him as "Sigismondo Terzo, Re Di Polonia Gran Duca Di Lituania," signifying his role as King of Poland and Grand Duke of Lithuania. The artwork is a testament to the artistry of Matthias van Sommer, a Dutch artist whose works often depicted prominent figures of the 17th century.