The image shows an engraved portrait of a man in elaborate armor within an ornate oval frame. He has short, curly hair, a moustache, and a pointed goatee. The background features classical elements and the frame includes inscriptions and decorative motifs. The style indicates a baroque influence.

Ernest of Holstein, Schawenburg and Sternberg, Prince of Holy Roman Empire

1623

Medium: engraving
Classification: Print
Period: 1601 to 1650
Image size: 7692 × 12260px

Description

The image shows an engraved portrait of a man in elaborate armor within an ornate oval frame. He has short, curly hair, a moustache, and a pointed goatee. The background features classical elements and the frame includes inscriptions and decorative motifs. The style indicates a baroque influence.

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