Portret van kardinaal Rinaldo d'Este 1658

This etching by Giuseppe Maria Testana, created in 1658, is a portrait of Rinaldo d'Este, a cardinal of the Roman Catholic Church. The portrait is a classic example of portraiture in the Baroque period, focusing on realism and capturing the sitter's individual characteristics. D'Este is depicted in an oval frame, his face and attire rendered in detail. The etching provides a glimpse into the attire and status of a prominent religious figure of the time, offering insight into the social hierarchy and power dynamics within the church.