Artwork

Enno Ludovick, Count of East Friesland and His Wife, Catherina Henriette

Enno Ludovick, Count of East Friesland and His Wife, Catherina Henriette is an ink print by the Baroque artist Cornelis Visscher. It dates from 1646 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This engraving, created by Cornelis Visscher in 1646, is a portrait of Enno Ludovick, Count of East Friesland, and his wife, Catherina Henriette.

Subject & Meaning

The couple is depicted standing before a table, with a cityscape visible through a window. The man, holding a sword, is paired with the woman, who holds a flower, while a cherub floats above them, also holding a flower.

Technique & Style

The engraving showcases Visscher's skill, with detailed textures and a Baroque-era aesthetic evident in the couple's attire and the background cityscape.