Portrait of Nicolas Trigault in Chinese Costume 1617

Peter Paul Rubens' "Portrait of Nicolas Trigault in Chinese Costume" (1617) is a striking black chalk drawing depicting Jesuit missionary Nicolas Trigault in traditional Chinese attire. Rubens masterfully captures Trigault's dignified presence and the intricate details of his clothing, highlighting the cultural exchange that was occurring during the early 17th century. The drawing offers a glimpse into the fascination with foreign cultures prevalent in Europe during the Renaissance and Baroque eras.