Portret van Alexander Farnese 1692

This anonymous engraving from 1692 depicts a portrait of Alexander Farnese, Duke of Parma and Piacenza, and Governor of the Low Countries. The composition features a bust portrait of Farnese within an elaborate decorative frame, with stylized foliage and scrolls. The inscription below the portrait provides information about his titles and death in 1592. This artwork exemplifies the style of portraiture common in the late 17th century, often featuring detailed depictions of historical figures alongside decorative embellishments.