Richard Elton of Bristol

John Droeshout

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man in armor with curly hair, holding a baton. He is positioned facing slightly to the right, and his facial features include a prominent nose and lips. Surrounding him are decorative elements such as draped cloth, armor, and weaponry. Above him is a crest with stars and stripes, and below is a circular element with Roman numerals and text. The background has intricate lines and shading, with Latin inscriptions on the frame. The lower section features a block of text that may be a dedication or commemoration.