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Richard II of England

Renold Elstrack

National Gallery of Art

An engraved portrait depicts Richard II, King of England. He is seated upright, wearing a crown adorned with floral designs, jewels, and crosses. He is dressed in regal attire, holding a scepter in his right hand and cradling an orb in his left. The background features ornate scrollwork, heraldic symbols, and text. Below the image, there is a paragraph of historical context about the king.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1618
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7845 × 11824 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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