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Sir Thomas More, Lord Chancellor

Renold Elstrack

National Gallery of Art

The image is a detailed, historical engraving of a man from the waist up. He is seated, facing slightly to the right, with his hands in front of him. One hand holds a scroll. The man has a serious expression, straight nose, prominent chin, and his eyes are looking to the right. He wears a cap, and his clothing includes a fur-lined robe, an elaborate chain of office on his shoulders, and an ornate badge at the front. Additional elements in the image include a scroll, a coat of arms or emblem, two small birds, and decorative designs in the background. Surrounding the image is Latin text.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8216 × 11037 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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