The image shows an engraved portrait of a man with defined facial features, a beard, and mustache. He wears period-appropriate clothing, featuring a pleated ruff collar and a decorated outer garment. The surrounding area includes an intricate oval frame with an engraved background. Below the frame is an ornate shield crest with an inscription identifying the man as John La Motte Esq., Citizen of London, born in 1577 and died in 1655. The background features artistic engravings.
Artwork Details
- Date
- published 1656
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- 8426 × 12377 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original