Portret van Ferdinand I van Habsburg, Duits keizer by Pieter van der Heyden

Portret van Ferdinand I van Habsburg, Duits keizer c. 1540 - 1564

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Rijksmuseum

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old engraving style

caricature

cartoon sketch

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

limited contrast and shading

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Portret van Ferdinand I van Habsburg, Duits keizer," created by Pieter van der Heyden, a Flemish engraver, around 1540-1564, depicts Ferdinand I, Holy Roman Emperor, in a detailed portrait. The engraving, now part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, showcases the artist's skill in depicting the sitter's regal attire and dignified expression, conveying his power and authority. Ferdinand's fur-trimmed coat and intricate jewelry are highlighted, showcasing the fine details of the engraving. The artwork is a testament to the artist's talent for portraiture and his ability to capture the essence of his subject.