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James I, King of England

Willem de Passe

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a detailed engraving focusing on the upper half of a person's body within an oval border. The individual faces forward with a direct gaze, featuring distinctive facial characteristics such as a prominent nose, high forehead, and a small goatee with a mustache. The person's curly hair reaches the collar, partially covered by a feathered hat. They wear ornate clothing, including a patterned fabric and a lace ruff. The frame surrounding the figure includes inscriptions, scrolls, crests, and symbols. The background is plain within the oval, while the border is densely decorated with text and patterns.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1653
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8765 × 13239 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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