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Thomas Howard, First Earl of Suffolk

Renold Elstrack

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man from the waist up facing forward with a slight turn to his right. He has a neatly trimmed beard and mustache. He wears a large, dark hat and formal attire with an ornate ruff around his neck, a patterned cloak, and a chain or decorative clasp. The portrait's framework includes flowing banners with Latin inscriptions and two cherubs holding scepters and a coat of arms at the top. The background features intricate patterns and engravings.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8326 × 12882 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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