Portret van Ernst, aartshertog van Oostenrijk before 1611

This engraving by Christoffel van Sichem I, created before 1611, portrays Ernst, Archduke of Austria, standing in full armor and holding a staff. The image is part of a larger print and contains a caption in Dutch that details the archduke's lineage and achievements. This artwork, currently housed in the Rijksmuseum, provides a glimpse into the visual representation of power and authority in 17th-century Europe. The detailed depiction of armor, the archduke's confident posture, and the inclusion of his coat of arms all contribute to a sense of his importance and influence.