Igo Galema, vijfde Potestaat van Friesland by Pieter Feddes van Harlingen

Igo Galema, vijfde Potestaat van Friesland 1618 - 1620

comic strip sketch

aged paper

mechanical pen drawing

old engraving style

sketch book

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

This engraving, created by Pieter Feddes van Harlingen in 1618-1620, depicts Igo Galema, the fifth Potestate of Friesland. The image is a detailed portrayal of a figure in traditional attire, holding a staff and a sword, with a crane by his side. The artwork is framed by a decorative border and includes coats of arms. It is an example of 17th-century printmaking, showcasing the artist's skillful use of line and detail. The piece is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.