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Sir Francis Drake

Nicolas de Larmessin IV

National Gallery of Art

A three-quarter-length portrait of a man facing slightly to the right is shown, holding a globe in his left hand. He has a thick, wavy hairstyle, a full mustache, and a neatly trimmed beard. The man is wearing an ornate outfit with a patterned doublet and a sash draped over his shoulder. The background includes an emblem or coat of arms with an eagle, decorative elements, and evenly spaced horizontal lines. Below the portrait, the name "FRANCISCUS DRAKE" is inscribed.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1682
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7945 × 10493 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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