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Arthur Lake, Bishop of Bath and Wells

Unknown 17th Century, after Richard Greenbury

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man from the waist upwards. His body faces slightly to the left, with his head turned slightly towards the viewer. He has a medium-length beard and mustache, a high forehead, and short, dark hair. He wears a dark robe with intricate patterns and a high-collared, ruffled white shirt underneath. The man holds a book in his hand. The background includes ornate embellishments, floral motifs, small animals, and a circular border with text.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1650
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
8634 × 11071 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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