Portret van Johanna van Habsburg c. 1540 - 1573
pietervanderheyden
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pencil drawn
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aged paper
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toned paper
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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pencil drawing
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limited contrast and shading
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pencil work
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golden font
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columned text
This engraving, titled "Portret van Johanna van Habsburg," was created by Pieter van der Heyden around 1540-1573. It depicts Johanna of Habsburg, daughter of Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor. The artwork is housed in the Rijksmuseum and shows Johanna in a finely detailed, ornate gown, highlighting the fashion of the 16th century. The inscription in Latin surrounding her image identifies her as "Johanna, Daughter of Charles V, King of the Romans." This engraving is a beautiful example of portraiture from the Dutch Renaissance, showcasing van der Heyden's skill in capturing likeness and detail.
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