The image depicts a man from the waist up, positioned at the center and facing slightly to the left. He has strong facial features with a neatly trimmed mustache and a pointed beard. His hair is styled back or naturally falls that way. He is wearing a highly detailed, ornate garment, likely a form of armor, with intricate patterns and embellishments visible on the shoulder and chest areas, along with a large, prominent ruffled collar. The man is encircled by a decorative oval frame inscribed with text. He is not visibly holding any objects or wearing jewelry. The background is detailed with engraved patterns. Below the man, within an elaborately designed section, the words "SPES FUTVRI" are engraved, flanked by decorative symbols.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1624
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- 8416 × 12661 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original