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M. de Cheval

Léonard Gaultier after Daniel Dumonstier

National Gallery of Art

In the image, there is a portrait of an older man depicted from the upper body up. He is facing slightly to the left with his head turned towards the viewer. His facial features include prominent eyebrows, a furrowed brow, a neatly trimmed beard, and grayish hair peeks out from under his cap. The man is wearing a cap with pointed sides, a ruffled collar, and a rich garment with textured fabric that appears to be fur-lined. There is no visible jewelry or objects in his hands. The background of the portrait is a simple oval vignette bordered by a band featuring text. The style is detailed and meticulously rendered, emphasizing the subject's dignified appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1604
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8522 × 10875 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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