Portret van Filips graaf van Hohenlohe zu Langenburg 1626
hermanbreckerveld
pencil drawn
aged paper
toned paper
pencil sketch
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
pencil drawing
pen-ink sketch
pencil work
pencil art
This engraving, titled "Portret van Filips graaf van Hohenlohe zu Langenburg", was created by Herman Breckerveld in 1626. The work depicts Philips, Count of Hohenlohe-Langenburg, in a close-up bust portrait within an oval frame. The engraving is characterized by its detailed rendering of the sitter's features, with a focus on the eyes, mustache, and ruff collar. Breckerveld, a prominent Dutch engraver, utilized the technique of etching to create this artwork. The inscription around the frame provides information about Philip's titles, including Count of Hohenlohe and Lord of Langenburg, indicating a commissioned portrait likely intended to commemorate his status. The artwork offers insight into portraiture practices in the 17th century Netherlands.
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