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Medallion Portrait of Man in Ruff and Pointed Beard

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image is a small, circular portrait showing a man's face and upper torso face directly towards the viewer. The man has wavy hair and a neatly groomed beard typical of Renaissance fashion. He has a prominent nose, high cheekbones, and appears to be smiling slightly. He wears a formal black garment with a white ruff collar, popular in the late 16th to early 17th centuries. No visible jewelry or objects are shown, as only his face and part of his upper chest are visible. The portrait is set against an empty background with the parchment's texture providing subtle detail.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8484 × 13724 px
Public Domain
Yes
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