Frederick V, Elector Palatine, King of Bohemia

Crispijn de Passe I

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man with sharply defined facial features, wearing an elaborate crown adorned with jewels and filigree. He has a somewhat solemn expression, with a prominent nose, high cheekbones, and a small mouth. His hair is neatly groomed and styled to frame his face. The man is dressed in a richly decorated ruff and a cloak with intricate patterns. He is holding an orb and a scepter, traditional symbols of monarchy and power. The background features ornate decorations and regal symbols like banners, swords, and a lion's face within a decorative circular frame with text inscribed. Additional elements like draped fabric enhance the sense of nobility and authority.