Who painted Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset?

Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset was painted by Simon van de Passe in 1621.

Where can I see Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset?

Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset?

Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset is associated with Renaissance.

Artwork

Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset

Simon van de Passe , 1621

Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset 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 an engraved portrait of Richard Sackville, Third Earl of Dorset, created by Simon van de Passe in 1621.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Sackville seated, wearing formal attire with a fur-lined robe, holding a rolled document, and is surrounded by a decorative frame listing his titles, signifying his status and position.

Technique & Style

The engraving technique used by van de Passe creates a detailed, almost three-dimensional representation of Sackville through the use of fine lines and shading, characteristic of the medium.