Portrait of Orlando di Lasso c. 17th century

This 17th-century etching by Daniel de Blieck depicts a portrait of the renowned composer Orlando di Lasso. The work, housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, showcases di Lasso in a simple yet dignified pose, with his gaze directed forward. The artist's skillful use of hatching and cross-hatching creates a realistic rendering of di Lasso's features, highlighting his prominent nose and the subtle wrinkles around his eyes, conveying a sense of age and wisdom. The composition, focusing primarily on di Lasso's face and upper torso, emphasizes his importance as a prominent figure in the musical world of the Renaissance.