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Sir Henry Hobart

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image displays an engraved portrait of a man shown from the waist up. He is seated in a slightly turned position, his gaze directed towards the viewer. His facial features include a stern expression, a high forehead, and a trimmed beard and mustache. His hair is short and covered with a dark cap. The man is dressed in elaborate clothing, featuring a large, ruffled white collar and a robe adorned with intricate embroidery and patterned accents. Draped across his chest is a chain with ornate links and a large clasp. In his hand, he holds a scroll or a rolled-up piece of parchment. The background consists of an ornate oval frame with decorative elements and Latin inscriptions surrounding the portrait, indicating the man's noble or official status. The bottom of the image includes an inscription describing his titles and achievements.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8829 × 13362 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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