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Petrus Collins

Cornelis Galle I

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an older man's upper body in a three-quarter view. He has a distinct mustache and beard, groomed hair, and is dressed in a 17th-century outfit with a large white ruff collar. He holds a writing quill in his right hand and his left hand rests near an ornate inkwell. The portrait is surrounded by an oval frame with decorative motifs and Latin text on the outer area. The style of the portrait is engraved with detailed linework.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
4685 × 6254 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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