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Charles I, King of England

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait capturing the upper body of a person. The individual is positioned facing slightly to the right but looking forward, giving a three-quarter view of their face. The person's facial features include a prominent nose, small mouth, and open eyes with distinct eyebrows, framed by short, curly hair. Their attire consists of a richly detailed garment, adorned with intricate patterns and a high, ruffled lace collar around the neck. A medallion-like piece of jewelry is worn around their neck. The background of the portrait is an oval vignette with a decorative border inscribed with text, set against a plain surface emphasizing the central figure.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving pulled from silver medal engraved by the artist
Dimensions
7712 × 9145 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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