The image depicts a young boy from the waist up, seated and facing slightly to the right. His body is turned towards the viewer, and his head is slightly tilted. The boy has a round face, straight bangs, and short, closely cropped hair. His facial features are delicate and youthful. He is dressed in a detailed coat with puffed sleeves and a high, frilled collar. The fabric of the clothing has intricate patterns and decorative elements. He is wearing a long chain necklace with a large, circular medallion that he is holding up with his right hand. The background is a plain, shaded oval. The edges of the image feature inscriptions in Latin.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1599
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 7362 × 10290 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original