Chancellor Michel Le Tellier

Robert Nanteuil

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching of a man in traditional portrait style. The man is depicted in upper body view, facing slightly to the right. He appears to be smiling slightly, with defined cheekbones, a mustache, and a chin beard. His shoulder-length wavy hair is parted in the middle. He is dressed in formal attire with a wide collar, ornate robe, and a badge or medallion on a sash across his chest. The background features an intricate frame with a wreath encircling his face, crowned monograms, floral and scroll motifs, and a heraldic design at the bottom.