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Sir William Wadd

John Payne

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of an older man depicted from the waist up. He is positioned facing towards the viewer's left. The man has a long beard and mustache, with detailed facial features that include deep-set eyes and a furrowed brow. His hair is mostly covered by a cap. He is wearing a large ruffled collar and an ornate coat with fur trimming covering his shoulders, fastened with ornate buttons down the front. There is no visible jewelry. In the upper right corner of the portrait, there is a heraldic emblem showcasing detailed coats of arms. The background of the image appears textured and plain.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3902 × 5224 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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