Tobias Matthew, Archbishop of York

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image is a detailed portrait engraving of a man shown from the waist up. He is seated in a formal position, his body turned slightly to one side with his gaze directed outward towards the viewer. The man has a long, pointed beard and a mustache, with hair that is mostly covered by a cap that has a flat top. His facial expression is calm and serious, with lines visible on his forehead and around his eyes. He is wearing intricate clothing typical of the period, including a high, ruffled collar, a richly textured robe over a patterned vest, and puffy sleeves. In his hands, he is holding a book. The engraving includes a decorative oval frame with text surrounding his portrait, indicating his identity as "TOBIAS MATTHÆUS." The background is a simple pattern of horizontal lines.