Portret van Luis de Requesens 1573 - 1590

Frans Hogenberg's engraving, *Portret van Luis de Requesens*, dating from 1573-1590, portrays Luis de Requesens y Zúñiga, a Spanish nobleman and military leader. This striking print, held in the Rijksmuseum, features a detailed depiction of Requesens in a round format with a descriptive inscription surrounding him. The composition focuses on the subject's face, highlighting his stern expression and prominent beard. Hogenberg, a renowned engraver, masterfully uses lines and shading to create a sense of realism and dimensionality, capturing the essence of this influential historical figure.