Artwork
Johann Tzerklas, Count of Tilly
Johann Tzerklas, Count of Tilly is an ink print by the Baroque artist Pieter de Jode I. It dates from 1641 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1641 engraving by Pieter de Jode I portrays Johann Tzerklas, Count of Tilly, in a solemn black-and-white portrait. The composition focuses attention on the subject through a plain background.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts Count Tilly with a stern expression, adorned with a prominent white ruff collar, curly beard, and mustache, set against a dark, textured robe, conveying an image of gravity and formality.
Technique & Style
The artist employed fine lines and nuanced shading to capture the intricacies of the subject's attire and hair, exemplifying the meticulous detail characteristic of engravings.
History & Provenance
Created in 1641 by Pieter de Jode I, specific details about the engraving's history and ownership are not provided.
Context
As a portrait engraving, it reflects the 17th-century practice of using the medium for disseminating likenesses of notable figures, though the engraving's specific context or commission details are unspecified.
Legacy
The engraving's impact or influence on subsequent artistic works is not detailed in the available information.
Artist & collection
