Portret van admiraal Giovanni Andrea Doria 1600 - 1604

This engraving by Dominicus Custos, a Flemish artist who worked in the early 17th century, is a portrait of Giovanni Andrea Doria, a prominent Italian admiral and statesman. The artwork, which is now in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, shows Doria in a close-up, dressed in armor and a ruff. The use of crosshatching and stippling in the engraving provides detail and texture to the composition. The Latin inscription around the portrait identifies Doria as a Catholic "emperor" (imperator), referencing his political power. This engraving is a classic example of portraiture from the period, demonstrating both skill and artistry.