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Philip Cluver, Geographer

Workshop of Crispijn van de Passe I

National Gallery of Art

This is a portrait of Philippus Cluverius, showing his upper torso and head. He is facing slightly to his left but looking directly at the viewer. Cluverius has a neatly trimmed mustache and beard, curly hair swept back, and is wearing a dark garment with a large ruffle collar. The background is dark and textured, outlined by a lighter rectangular frame. Below the portrait, the inscription reads "Philippus Cluverius, Geographus."

Artwork Details

Date
1625
Medium
engraving on laid paper, mounted to another sheet of paper
Dimensions
8534 × 12691 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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