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Portrait of Jan Cornelisz Vermeyen
Johannes Wierix (mentioned on object), 1572
Less than fifteen years after his death, Vermeyen was included in a series of portrait prints of the most famous Netherlandish artists. While he had made his reputation with his art, he was also known for his striking appearance. According to a contemporary, Vermeyen’s beard was at least a metre long. The background in this print refers to Emperor Charles v’s campaign to conquer Tunis, in which Vermeyen took part as an artist.
- Artwork typeprint
- Object numberRP-P-OB-67.051
- Dimensionsheight 203 mm x width 123 mm
- Physical characteristicsgravure en boekdruk