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Henry Rich, First Earl of Holland

Willem de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man from the waist up in a formal stance. He is turned slightly to the side with his left hand on his hip. His facial features include a smooth complexion, a prominent nose, and a neat mustache and goatee. His hair is styled in soft waves, falling above shoulder length. He wears ornate armor with intricate detailing, a ruffled collar, and protective arm cuffs. The background features decorative borders with Latin inscriptions, shield, and weapon motifs. The background has fine cross-hatching details.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7668 × 11753 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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