Henry VIII

Thomas Cecil

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man from the waist up, facing forward. He has a round face, closely set eyes, and a trimmed beard. His hair is styled in a historical manner, partly covered by an elaborate crown. He wears a detailed garment with a decorative collar, fur-trimmed cloak, and intricate patterns. He dons robes indicating wealth and status, with a chain of office across his chest. He holds a scepter and an orb, symbols of authority and royalty. The background is a plain surface. The inscription "Regem dedi iratus eis" is below the portrait.