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Charles I

William Faithorne

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a person in ornate armor, with long wavy hair, a distinctive mustache, and a refined look. He is looking slightly to the left, positioned in a three-quarter view. The person is wearing a chain with a large medallion around the neck, indicating status. The background features a simple fabric drapery and the portrait is enclosed in an oval frame.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1658
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7875 × 11668 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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