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Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man in an authoritative stance holding a baton. He has a serious expression, short beard, mustache, and short-cropped hair. He wears intricate armor with a sash across his chest, indicating high rank or nobility. The frame around him features scrollwork, fruits, and a figurehead. The background has drapes. Emblems within the frame include a ribbon with the inscription "DROIT ET LOYAL." The style is etched or engraved.

Artwork Details

Date
1568
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
9293 × 11681 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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