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Charles I, King of England [top half]

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bust portrait of a person. The individual is facing slightly to the right, with their head turned towards the viewer. They appear youthful with soft eyes, a straight nose, and a slightly closed mouth. The person's hair is short, wavy, and swept away from their face. They are wearing an ornate garment with intricate patterns and a high, ruffled lace collar. A medal or pendant hangs from a chain around their neck. The background is a textured surface within an oval frame inscribed with text. The overall tone of the image is classic and formal.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
7030 × 8389 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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