Portret van Fernando de Herrera 1619

This engraving, "Portret van Fernando de Herrera" by Pieter Perret from 1619, features a bust portrait of the Spanish poet Fernando de Herrera. The engraving is framed within a decorative border, and the subject is depicted wearing a laurel wreath, symbolizing his poetic achievements. Perret was a renowned engraver, and this artwork exemplifies his detailed and skilled technique. The inscription at the bottom reads "agit in lucem veritatem tempus," which translates to "Time brings truth to light," possibly referencing Herrera's work and the power of literature.