Artwork
Matthew Parker, Archbishop of Canterbury
Matthew Parker, Archbishop of Canterbury is an ink print by the Baroque artist Magdalena van de Passe. It dates from 1620 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Matthew Parker, Archbishop of Canterbury is a 1620 engraving by Magdalena van de Passe, portraying a prominent religious figure in a characteristic attire.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, identified as Matthew Parker, Archbishop of Canterbury, is depicted in a contemplative pose, holding a book likely symbolizing his religious authority or a sacred text. His attire and the overall demeanor convey his ecclesiastical status.
Technique & Style
The engraving utilizes cross-hatching to achieve depth and texture. While the description suggests Baroque characteristics, the overall execution leans more towards a restrained, detailed approach typical of 17th-century portrait engravings, with subtle, nuanced shading.
History & Provenance
Created in 1620 by Magdalena van de Passe, specific details about the engraving's history, ownership, or exhibition record are not provided.
Context
This work reflects the tradition of portraying religious and intellectual leaders in European art during the early 17th century, emphasizing their scholarly and spiritual roles.
Artist & collection
Walter Devereux, First Earl of Essex
Thomas Cromwell, Earl of Essex
Alexander Nowell, Dean of Saint Paul's
Elizabeth's Tomb
Thomas Holland, Regius Professor of Divinity at Oxford, and Rector of Exeter College
Sir Nicholas Bacon, Lord Keeper
Nicholas Ridley, Bishop of London, Protestant Martyr
Ambrose Dudley, Earl of Warwick
