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Robert Devereux, Second Earl of Essex

William Dolle

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a portrait of a man's upper body, including his head, shoulders, and part of his chest. He is in a three-quarter position, facing slightly to the right. The man has a high forehead, arched eyebrows, and deep-set eyes, with a prominent mustache and a full, thick beard covering his jawline and chin. His hair is wavy and of medium length, falling to just above his shoulders. He is wearing a suit of armor detailed with rivets and overlapping plates, as well as a diagonal sash. The background features a dark pattern. Text at the bottom of the image identifies him as "Robert Deuereux Earle of Essex" and includes the artist's signature, "W. Dolle F."

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
6885 × 12231 px
Public Domain
Yes
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