Portret van Edward VI, koning van Engeland 1618
simonvandepasse
pencil drawn
pencil sketch
old engraving style
caricature
personal sketchbook
pen-ink sketch
limited contrast and shading
pen work
sketchbook drawing
pencil art
"Portret van Edward VI, koning van Engeland" (Portrait of Edward VI, King of England) is an engraving by Simon van de Passe, created in 1618. The work depicts Edward VI, the young King of England, in a formal portrait. He is dressed in the regalia of a monarch, with a fur-trimmed robe and a jeweled chain, and the inscription around him affirms his titles: "Edward VI, by the Grace of God, King of England, France, and Ireland". The portrait reflects the artist's skill in capturing the likeness and dignity of his subject. This engraving is a significant piece of historical art, showcasing the life of a young monarch and providing insight into the cultural and political climate of 17th-century England.
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