Portret van Niccolò di Piero Capponi 1549 - 1577

This anonymous 16th-century engraving depicts Niccolò di Piero Capponi, a prominent figure in Florentine politics. Executed in a detailed, linear style, the portrait captures Capponi’s stern countenance and the finely-wrought details of his attire, highlighting the cultural importance of this influential Florentine. Created between 1549 and 1577, the print offers a glimpse into the visual culture of the Renaissance era, where portraiture served both as a means of commemoration and as a tool for preserving historical figures and their significance.