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King Ferdinand of Austria

French 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person in a side profile facing left. The individual has pronounced facial features with a prominent nose, beard, and mustache. They are wearing an elaborate headpiece that resembles a combination of a cap and a turban. The clothing includes a draped garment covering the shoulders and chest. The person is holding an ornamental object resembling a scepter. The background includes a decorative arch with swirling cloud-like patterns, and two heraldic shields in the upper corners. The date "1547" is inscribed in the bottom right corner.

Artwork Details

Date
1547
Medium
woodcut
Dimensions
3544 × 4416 px
Public Domain
Yes
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