Portret van een man met bloemen in zijn hand 1582

"Portret van een man met bloemen in zijn hand" is an engraving by Hendrick Goltzius, a prominent Dutch artist of the late 16th century, created in 1582. The artwork, held at the Rijksmuseum, depicts a standing man, likely a portrait, in elaborate clothing and holding a single flower. Goltzius was renowned for his mastery of engraving and his attention to detail, which is evident in the intricate patterns of the man's clothing and the delicate rendering of the flower. This work showcases Goltzius's talent for capturing the essence of a subject through a combination of realism and stylistic flourishes. The engraving also features a Latin inscription, suggesting a deeper meaning and possible allegory beyond a simple portrait.