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Philip III, King of Spain

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a detailed engraving of a man's head and upper torso. The man is facing slightly to his left and has identifiable features such as a strong chin, a neatly trimmed mustache, and short wavy hair. He has a solemn expression, gazing directly ahead. He is wearing ornate armor with an elaborate ruff collar, typical of the fashion of the time, adorned with a chain across his chest. The engraving includes intricate patterns and textures on the armor. The man is surrounded by an oval frame with floral and fruit motifs. A ribbon with inscribed text is above the frame, and the background features intricate hatching and linework, enhancing the overall ornate appearance of the engraving.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
9456 × 12196 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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