Cardinal Jules Mazarin

Robert Nanteuil

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a man's upper body. He is positioned to the left with his head turned slightly towards the viewer. The man has a pronounced jawline, a pointed mustache, and a goatee. He has wavy hair falling to his shoulders, with receding temples. He is dressed in a formal shirt with a large collar and a lace tie. The portrait is surrounded by an oval frame with intricate detailing, and below it is a coat of arms with laurel leaves and decorative script text. The background features detailed lines for depth and texture.