The image shows a portrait of a person with a serious expression. The individual is depicted from the upper body up, facing slightly to the right. They have defined facial features, including a prominent nose, deep-set eyes, and a neatly trimmed beard. The person's short hair is combed close to the scalp. They are wearing a garment with a fur-trimmed collar over possibly buttoned attire. The portrait is framed within an ornate oval border, part of a larger decorative stone-like framework. Above the oval, there is a carved face resembling a cherub, and below it, another carved face resembling a man's. The background features intricate line work and hatching, enhancing the architectural details.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1585-1590
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- 5585 × 7384 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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