Jesper Rasmussen Brochmand

1632

Simon de Passe

Associated Names
Simon van de Passe

Artist, German, c. 1595 - 1647

The image shows a detailed engraving of a man's bust. Position slightly to the side with a solemn expression, the man has distinct facial features, including a full beard and mustache. His hair is wavy and combed back, suggesting a receding hairline. He is dressed in formal attire, consisting of a dark robe or gown with a wide, light-colored, ruffled collar. The background features an oval frame with an ornate design and engraved text within the border, likely in Latin. Surrounding the portrait is additional text, indicating a dedication or description. The image appears to be an old illustration or print with visible lines and shading typical of the engraving technique.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 16.3 × 10.7 cm (6 7/16 × 4 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.14.218

  • Catalogue Raisonné

    Hollstein, Vol. XVI, no. 26


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

W. B. Dukes [d. 1942], London, (L.2757a); (Sotheby, London, sale July 8, 1942, no. 112); Hermann Marx [d. 1948], Surrey, (L.2816a); (Sotheby, London, sale May 24, 1948, no. 165); Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1950.

Associated Names

Bibliography

1949

  • Hollstein, F.W.H. et al. German engravings, etchings and woodcuts ca. 1400-1700. 8 vols. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberger, 1954-1868. Dutch and Flemish etchings, engravings and woodcuts, ca. 1450-1700. Vols. I-XV, XVIII, XIX. Amsterdam: Menno Hertzberge

Wikidata ID

Q65084047

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