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Philip III, King of Spain

Paul de la Houve

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a half-length portrait of a man named Philippus IIII, Anno 1601. He is upright, facing forward, with his body slightly turned. His facial features include a strong gaze, high cheekbones, and a mustache. His hair is short and styled close to the scalp. The man wears intricately designed armor with ornate detailing and a large ruff collar. Above him, there is decorative fabric with detailed folds. The background is textured within the oval frame. French text at the bottom adds historical context.

Artwork Details

Date
1601
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
9268 × 12791 px
Public Domain
Yes
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