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Michael Drayton

William Hole

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a person from the waist up, seated and facing forward. The person has a serious expression with distinctive facial features, including a mustache and a goatee. Their hair is short, curly, and brown, adorned with a laurel wreath. The clothing is formal and elaborate, consisting of a buttoned coat with detailed embroidery on the edges and a wide, white collar. The person is surrounded by an oval frame, which features an inscription describing the person. The background outside the frame is ornate and includes intricate designs, while there is additional text below the portrait in a stylized script.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1619
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7978 × 12467 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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