Portret van Johan van Oldenbarnevelt 1608
hendrickhondiusi
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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old engraving style
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portrait reference
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old-timey
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19th century
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portrait drawing
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golden font
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historical font
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columned text
"Portret van Johan van Oldenbarnevelt" is an engraving by Hendrick Hondius I, created in 1608. It depicts Johan van Oldenbarnevelt, a prominent Dutch statesman, in a bust-length portrait. He wears a ruff and a dark doublet, a popular style during the 17th century. The inscription around the oval frame identifies him as "Messieurs Jean d'Oldenbarnevelt, Chevalier, Seigneur de Tempel, Roderis," highlighting his status and titles. The engraving, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the life and appearance of a significant figure in Dutch history.
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