Portret van Engelbert II van Nassau 1500 - 1525

Nicolaes Rombouts' "Portret van Engelbert II van Nassau" is a stained glass portrait of the nobleman Engelbert II van Nassau, created sometime between 1500 and 1525. The artwork depicts Engelbert in a praying pose, kneeling in armor, with a sword and helmet at his side. The inscription "S[E]S[S]A[N]D [HO]L [HAS]" likely signifies Engelbert's patron saint. The colorful, detailed glasswork showcases the artistry of this specific type of portrait. The piece is characteristic of the Renaissance, with a focus on realism and individual expression, and likely originated from a church or chapel.