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Melchior Ayrer, Philosopher and Doctor

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image is a half-length portrait of a man. His facial features include a long, full beard and a mustache, with a serious expression. He is wearing a dark cap on his head. The man is dressed in a heavy fur-lined cloak with intricate detailing. Underneath, he wears a dark tunic. Around his neck, he wears a chain with a round medallion. In his right hand, he holds a book and his other arm rests on a table covered in fabric. The background is a textured monochrome backdrop with an ornate coat of arms to the man's left and text at the top, indicating his name and titles.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8257 × 11124 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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