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Edward IV of England

Renold Elstrack

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an upper-body portrait of a man seated in a regal position. He has a calm expression with slightly arched eyebrows, a straight nose, and medium-length wavy hair that falls to his shoulders. He wears a crown embellished with ornate details and jewels, and his garments consist of richly decorated robes bordered with a fur trim, indicative of royalty. Around him is a decorative frame with heraldic symbols and English text. The man holds a scepter in his right hand and a globus cruciger in his left hand. The background is a textured pattern within an oval medallion, surrounded by elaborately designed insignia.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8392 × 13199 px
Public Domain
Yes
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