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James I, King of England

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraved portrait of a person. The individual is depicted in a three-quarter view within an oval frame, with an aged face featuring a mustache and beard. The person has styled back hair, wearing ornate period clothing such as a detailed doublet with embroidery and a large lace ruff around the neck. The garment is fur-trimmed, suggesting affluence. There are no visible jewelry or objects in the individual's hands. The background is a simple engraved texture, emphasizing the subject within the oval border.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
8643 × 11110 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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