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Sigismund III, King of Poland and Sweden

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraving of a man from the chest up. He is positioned facing slightly to his left, with his gaze directed towards the viewer. The man has delicate facial features with a prominent mustache and a pointed beard. His hair is neatly combed back, revealing a high hairline. He is dressed in elaborate attire with a high, ornate ruff around his neck. His clothing is richly adorned with decorative patterns. The man wears several ornate pieces of ceremonial armor or regalia with detailed, intricate designs, and a sash or belt embellished with complex motifs. The background consists of a decorative oval frame with text, and there is a variety of scrollwork and coat-of-arms motifs along the edges. The bottom of the engraving contains additional text identifying the figure.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
9284 × 12464 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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