Jacob de Gheyn

Andries Jacobsz Stock

National Gallery of Art

This image shows the upper body of a man seated at a table, slightly turned to the right. He has a distinguished face with prominent cheekbones, a mustache, and a short, well-trimmed beard. His hair is wavy and combed back. He is dressed in a detailed high-collared shirt, with a ruffled ruff around his neck, and a cloak draped over his shoulders. The man is holding a circular object in his left hand, while his right hand appears to rest on a drawing or painting surface. Around him on the table are various artist tools, including drawing compasses and brushes tied together. In the background, there are several smaller figures, possibly artists, engaged in drawing. The setting includes architectural elements like a column and an arched ceiling, and a detailed depiction of a wall with a chart or plan pinned to it. Below the image, text that identifies the person and provides additional context is engraved.