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Johan van Leyden (Jan Beukels)

Jan Muller after Heinrich Aldegrever

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man with his upper body visible. He is positioned slightly to the right, with his head turned to reveal a side profile. His facial features include a pronounced nose, a full beard, and curly hair. He wears a hat adorned with decorative elements. His clothing is ornate, featuring a doublet with an elaborate chain and a ruffled collar. Around his neck hangs a chain with a pendant. In his right hand, he holds a rolled document labeled "DEI," and his left hand is resting on a scepter. The background includes a heraldic emblem featuring a crown, swords, and a spherical object, while the text above displays labeling in a foreign language, describing him as "Johan Van Leyden." Below the portrait, there is text in a decorative panel.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1615
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3591 × 4761 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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