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Jan Baptista Barbe

Schelte Adams Bolswert after Sir Anthony van Dyck

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a three-quarter view of a man's upper body. The man is positioned with his body slightly turned to the right, while his head is turned to face forward. His facial features include a prominent nose, deep-set eyes, and a full beard with wavy hair. The hair is styled with curls that frame his face. He wears a dark garment complemented by a white ruffled collar. His right hand is raised to his chest, with fingers positioned. The background of the image features architectural elements, including a column on the right side. The image displays the name "IOANNES BAPTISTA BARBE" below the portrait.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1626/1641
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3324 × 4936 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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