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Charles Emmanuel I, Prince of Piedmont

Jacobus Laurus Romanus

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a half-body portrait of a person in a formal pose. The individual faces slightly to the right with their head turned towards the viewer, maintaining a poised posture. The person has a beard, mustache, curly hair styled back, and wears a detailed ruffled collar. They are adorned in intricate armor with decorative elements, including a large cross emblem on the chest. The surroundings feature ornate patterns, inscriptions, and heraldic symbols, suggesting nobility or high status. The background consists of a textured oval frame with a simple design to emphasize the person.

Artwork Details

Date
1613
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
9863 × 12091 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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