Beleg van Breda (blad met portret van Frederik Hendrik), 1637 1637
jangerritszvanbronckhorst
rijksmuseum
print, paper, engraving
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portrait
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pencil drawn
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baroque
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dutch-golden-age
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paper
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pencil drawing
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history-painting
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engraving
This 1637 engraving by Jan Gerritsz van Bronckhorst, known as "Beleg van Breda (blad met portret van Frederik Hendrik)", depicts a bust portrait of Frederick Henry, Prince of Orange, within an elaborate frame. The frame features a cherub holding a banner and a decorative scroll at the bottom, characteristic of the ornate style popular in the 17th century. The work is a fine example of Dutch Renaissance art, showcasing a mastery of detail and intricate design. The artwork is currently held in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, and is a significant historical document and a testament to the artist's skill.
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