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James I, King of England

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image is a black and white engraving of an older man in an oval frame. He faces forward with a subtle turn to his left. He has a long face with prominent eyes and a well-groomed beard. He wears a wide-brimmed hat with a decorative emblem featuring feathers or arrows. His outfit includes a high, intricate ruff collar, a fur-lined coat, and ornate patterns. The background is plain with subtle speckling.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
9315 × 10306 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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