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John, Lord Harrington of Exton

Renold Elstrack

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man from the waist up, seated and facing slightly to the left. His facial features include a defined jawline, a straight nose, and a pair of eyes that look directly at the viewer, while his hairstyle is short and neatly combed back. He is dressed in attire indicative of nobility, including a finely detailed doublet and an elaborate ruffled collar. The garment is ornate, with decorative patterns and embellishments. Around him is an oval frame with inscriptions, and surrounding this frame are stylized heraldic elements, including a lion on the left and a crest on the right. The background is filled with intricate engravings and inscriptions containing text or poetry at the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8910 × 11780 px
Public Domain
Yes
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