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Richard III of England

Renold Elstrack

National Gallery of Art

An engraved portrait features a figure in a forward-facing seated position. The person wears a cap with a star-like emblem, and has a long face with high cheekbones, deep-set eyes, and a long nose. Their medium-length wavy hair is light-colored. The ornate clothing includes a fur collar over an embroidered garment, with a chain of office around the neck. The individual holds a scepter in their left hand and an orb in the right. The background shows intricate engravings of patterns, crowns, and heraldic symbols within an oval frame. Inscriptions in Latin surround the oval, with a historical description in English at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1618
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8769 × 13135 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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