Portret van Marcus von Luttich by David Mannasser

Portret van Marcus von Luttich 1649

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pencil drawn

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photo of handprinted image

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aged paper

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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photo restoration

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pencil sketch

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old engraving style

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white palette

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remaining negative space

"Portret van Marcus von Luttich" is an engraving by the Dutch artist David Mannasser, dating to 1649. The portrait depicts Marcus von Luttich, a colonel of the Dutch army, in a three-quarter view, adorned in armor and with a beard. The artwork is housed at the Rijksmuseum and is a prime example of the detailed and realistic style of portraiture that was popular in 17th-century Dutch art. The elaborate inscription surrounding the figure, in Latin, highlights von Luttich's status and titles, further emphasizing the portrait's purpose as a testament to his importance.

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