Artwork
LX: Sixty Years
LX: Sixty Years is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Crispijn van de Passe I. It dates from 1599 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
LX: Sixty Years is an engraving on laid paper created by Crispijn van de Passe I around 1599. The print is part of the collection at the National Gallery of Art, Washington.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a man and woman in a richly furnished room, seated across from each other. The man is at a table with a bottle and glass, while the woman sits in a chair. Their Renaissance-style clothing and the room's ornate details contribute to an atmosphere of refinement.
Technique & Style
The engraving showcases intricate details, including carvings on the walls and a decorative ceiling pattern. Various objects, such as a cabinet, globe, and book, fill the room, demonstrating the artist's skill in rendering texture and form.
Artist & collection
Artist
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564–1637) was an artist, born in Arnemuiden.
