Portret van Jan Pilier, op 30-jarige leeftijd 1603
wierix
pencil drawn
facial expression drawing
pencil sketch
old engraving style
portrait reference
pencil drawing
limited contrast and shading
portrait drawing
pencil work
pencil art
This engraving, titled "Portret van Jan Pilier, op 30-jarige leeftijd," was created by the Flemish artist Joan Wierix in 1603. The work depicts Jan Pilier at the age of 30, rendered in an oval frame with the date and inscription "Ferme & loyal" at the bottom. It is a classic example of 17th-century portraiture with meticulous detail and a focus on realism. The engraving shows Jan Pilier with a distinguished expression, sporting the fashion of the time, including a wide lace collar and a patterned jacket. The image is notable for its clarity and attention to detail, capturing the sitter's likeness with precision. This artwork is currently held at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
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