Artwork
Hendrik Goltzius
Hendrik Goltzius is an ink print by the Baroque artist Simon van de Passe. It dates from 1614 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
This 1614 engraving by Simon van de Passe is a portrait of Hendrik Goltzius, a notable figure of the time.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a bearded man with a ruffled collar, rendered in detail with deep lines around his eyes and mouth, set against a plain background with an oval frame filled with text in a decorative script.
Technique & Style
The artist achieved shading and texture through the use of tiny parallel lines, particularly evident in the subject's beard and collar, creating a nearly three-dimensional effect.
History & Provenance
Created in 1614 by Simon van de Passe, this engraving is a representation of Hendrik Goltzius, suggesting a connection between the two figures, likely artistic or professional.
Artist & collection
