Ole Worm 1626

This engraving of Ole Worm by Simon de Pas was created in 1626. It depicts the Danish physician and polymath at the age of 38, in a formal portrait style typical of the time. The image shows Worm in a detailed, finely-wrought costume, including a ruff and a dark robe. The inscription in Latin praises Worm's scholarship, noting his accomplishments in medicine and philosophy. The engraving is a valuable historical artifact, reflecting the intellectual and artistic trends of 17th-century Denmark. This work is part of the collection at the SMK - Statens Museum for Kunst.