Young man wearing a cap 1564

"Young Man Wearing a Cap" is a 1564 engraving by Melchior Lorck, a German artist known for his detailed portraits and landscapes. This small-scale work showcases a young man in a cap, likely a self-portrait by Lorck himself. The engraving is a testament to his skillful use of line and hatching, which create subtle tonal variations and intricate details. This intricate artwork, with its intimate scale, is a unique example of Lorck's portraiture and a valuable insight into 16th-century portraiture. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.