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Philippe le Roy, Lord of Ravels

Sir Anthony van Dyck

National Gallery of Art

The image is a black and white etching of a man's bust facing slightly to his left. He has sharp facial features, high cheekbones, a prominent nose, and a mustache with a small goatee. His hair is wavy, falling to his shoulders, with a side part. The man is wearing a garment with a detailed fur collar and intricate patterns. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background has a textured oval shape, giving a formal portrait setting. The edges of the image are plain.

Artwork Details

Date
probably 1626/1641
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
2601 × 3893 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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