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Charles I, King of England

Jonas Suyderhoff after Pieter Claesz Soutman, after Sir Anthony van Dyck

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man in a portrait, with a richly decorated frame. He is facing slightly to the right, showing a three-quarters view of his face. The man has a mustache, goatee, long wavy hair down to his shoulders, and wears a lace ruff collar and a patterned garment with intricate shoulder detailing. The frame around the portrait is ornate with carvings of fruits, vegetables, and leaves. The background is simple, emphasizing the detailed foreground and grandeur of the frame.

Artwork Details

Date
1650?
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
3486 × 5129 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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