Portret van William Austin 1632

Simon van de Passe's "Portret van William Austin" (1632) is an engraving depicting William Austin, the author of "Cuttayne's devout godly teares and meditations." The portrait, now in the Rijksmuseum, presents Austin in a three-quarter profile, dressed in a dark robe and a large ruff collar, sitting with a book in hand, suggesting his literary occupation. The small size of the engraving, measuring 83mm in height and 64mm in width, highlights the intimate nature of the portrait, focusing on the sitter's individual features and scholarly pursuits.