Simon Dreux d'Aubray

Robert Nanteuil

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the upper body of a man facing the viewer with a composed expression. He has a mustache, a small goatee, and long wavy hair reaching his shoulders. He wears a dark robe or jacket with a broad, square collar over a buttoned shirt with detailed textures. The man is not wearing visible jewelry, and the attire suggests formality. The portrait is encased in an oval frame with decorative lines, below which is an emblem featuring a coat of arms with three clovers and ornate flourishes. The background features simple vertical lines, creating a classic and elegant setting.