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John Lambert, Parliamentary General

Francis Place after Robert Walker

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bust-length portrait of a man identified as Major Generall Lambert. He is facing slightly to the left, with upright posture, wavy shoulder-length hair, and a prominent facial structure. He is wearing 17th-century armor with intricate rivet details and a lace ruff around his neck. The background is plain and monochromatic, creating a vignette effect that emphasizes the figure. An inscription below the portrait reads "Major Generall Lambert."

Artwork Details

Date
late 17th century
Medium
mezzotint
Dimensions
9061 × 12289 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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