Portret van Albrecht von Wallenstein, graaf van Friedland Possibly 1630 - 1646
pieterdejodei
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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personal sketchbook
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pen-ink sketch
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sketchbook drawing
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pencil art
"Portret van Albrecht von Wallenstein, graaf van Friedland" (Portrait of Albrecht von Wallenstein, Count of Friedland) is an engraving by Pieter de Jode I, dating to the 17th century. The artwork depicts Albrecht von Wallenstein, a prominent military leader during the Thirty Years' War, in a powerful pose, his right hand resting on a staff, his left hand on his sword, and wearing armor, signifying his military might. The mountainous backdrop emphasizes his military prowess. This engraving exemplifies the use of printmaking as a medium for recording and disseminating images of historical figures, making it a valuable artifact for understanding the past.
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