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Figures in Gunpowder Plot

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an engraved group portrait of several men from the waist up. The men have distinct facial features, wear hats with feathers or trim, and have long or curly hair. They are dressed in elaborate clothing with ruffled collars and embroidered patterns typical of the time period. Some men appear to be holding scrolls or papers. The background is empty, and the names of the individuals - Robert Winter, Christopher Wright, John Wright, Thomas Percy, Guido Fawkes, Robert Catesby, and Thomas Winter - are written above their heads. The engraving includes a publication note at the bottom stating "Publ. Octr 1. 1794 by Herbert & Crabbold London."

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8009 × 13157 px
Public Domain
Yes
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