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Duke of Alva

William Marshall

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bust portrait of a man. Only the upper part of his body is visible, focusing on his head and shoulders. The man is positioned in profile, facing slightly to the viewer's right. He has a long beard and mustache, with a forehead mostly covered by his fringe and short, receding hair. His facial features are sharp and defined, with deep-set eyes and a high forehead. He is wearing armor with ornate detailing on the shoulder area and an elaborately decorated collar. A chain with a medal or pendant is around his neck. The background is filled with closely spaced lines for contrast and texture. Text below the image provides historical information about the figure depicted.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1642
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8272 × 9796 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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