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William Herbert, Third Earl of Pembroke

after Simon de Passe

National Gallery of Art

This image is an engraved portrait showing the upper half of a man's body. The man is in a formal pose with his hand resting on a sword. He has a prominent mustache and beard, a serious expression, and full, slightly wavy hair. He wears elaborate clothing of the period, including a ruffled collar, ornate robes, and a decorated sash. A medallion is visible around his neck, along with a decorative oval frame in the background with scrollwork, inscriptions, and a coat of arms. The lower portion of the image features additional ornate scrollwork with identifying inscriptions.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7586 × 11654 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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