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Sir Robert Shirley

Matthaus Greuter

National Gallery of Art

This is an engraving of a man, shown in an upper-body portrait while seated. The man has a neutral expression with pronounced features, including a slight double chin and a straight nose. He wears a turban with a cross symbol on top. He is dressed in ornate attire, including a cloak with decorative fastenings and an accessory across his chest. The circular frame around him is heavily decorated. Below the portrait is another scene depicting a group of individuals in various poses and attire. There is Latin text surrounding the main portrait and additional scene. The engraving is on a textured background.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8461 × 12182 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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