Portret van koning Filips II van Spanje 1644 - 1650

Jonas Suyderhoef's "Portret van koning Filips II van Spanje" (1644 - 1650) is an etching depicting King Philip II of Spain, a significant figure in European history. The image is framed by an elaborate decorative border of intertwined foliage and fruit, showcasing the artist's attention to detail and the symbolic significance of the subject matter. Suyderhoef, a Dutch artist, specialized in portraiture and engravings, capturing the regal presence of the monarch. The work reflects the stylistic conventions of the Dutch Golden Age and provides a glimpse into the iconography of royal portraiture.