Gervase Babington, Bishop of Worcester

Renold Elstrack

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a middle-aged man facing slightly to the right, holding a book in front of him. The man has a long, full beard and mustache, deep-set eyes, and a high forehead. He wears clothing typical of the Renaissance era, including a wide-collared garment with voluminous sleeves and intricate details. The man's hair is partially covered by a cap. The background is plain with a decorative banner containing text, as well as additional text above and below the image. The engraving style emphasizes the texture of the clothing and the man's expression.