Artwork
Richard Sackville, 3rd Earl of Dorset [left half]
![Richard Sackville, 3rd Earl of Dorset [left half], by Simon van de Passe, ink, 1621](https://artifactworldgallery.com/img/simon-van-de-passe--richard-sackville-3rd-earl-of-dorset-left-half--3c341e0d5d6c7c14-w1024.webp)
Richard Sackville, 3rd Earl of Dorset [left half] 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
This print is a portrait of Richard Sackville, 3rd Earl of Dorset, created by Simon van de Passe in 1621. It is an engraving pulled from a silver medal originally engraved by the artist.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts a man with a full beard and curly hair, dressed in formal attire, with clasped hands holding a small object. The subject's identity is confirmed by the title, indicating the sitter was a member of the nobility.
Technique & Style
The engraving features cross-hatching, a technique using repeated marks to create texture and depth. This gives the portrait a three-dimensional appearance, achieved through the manipulation of ink on paper.
Artist & collection
