Sir Henry Hobart

Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an engraving of a man shown from the waist up within an ornate oval frame. He is seated in a formal, upright position with his body slightly turned to the left and his gaze directed toward the viewer. The man has distinct facial features; a prominent nose, bushy eyebrows, and a short, well-groomed beard. His hair is mostly covered by a cap, with some curls visible at the sides. He is dressed in a richly detailed outfit, featuring a prominent ruff collar and a robe with intricately designed trim. A chain of office is draped around his shoulders. In his hands, he holds an unidentified object. The background consists of an elaborate decorative border, featuring scrollwork and an inscription on a banner surrounding the frame with text.