Artwork
Diego Sarmiento de Acuna, Count of Gondomar
Diego Sarmiento de Acuna, Count of Gondomar is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Simon van de Passe. It dates from 1621 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Diego Sarmiento de Acuna, Count of Gondomar is a 1621 engraving by Simon van de Passe.
Subject & Meaning
The engraving depicts a man, likely a nobleman, with a serious expression, wearing a ruffled collar and a chain around his neck, set against a dark background.
Technique & Style
The print is characterized by fine lines and detailed rendering of the subject's attire, achieved through techniques such as cross-hatching, which adds texture and depth to the image.
Context
This work exemplifies the attention to detail and realism associated with Renaissance art.
Artist & collection
