Portret van Alonso Pérez de Vivero y Menchaca 1670 - 1674

This etching by Cornelis Meyssens, created between 1670 and 1674, depicts Alonso Pérez de Vivero y Menchaca, a Spanish nobleman and military leader. The portrait, housed in the Rijksmuseum, shows Vivero in an oval frame, dressed in armor and a sash, his serious expression and neatly trimmed mustache hinting at his military bearing. The inscription below the portrait provides details of his noble titles, including "Conte di Evensalda" and "Capitan Generale dello Stato di Milano", showcasing his high standing in the court of Spain. This artwork is a fine example of 17th-century portraiture and a valuable historical record of the Spanish aristocracy.