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Robert Eglesfield, Founder of Queen's College, Oxford

Michael Burghers

National Gallery of Art

This is an engraved portrait of a person shown from the upper body up. The individual has a serious expression, detailed facial features, and is wearing a cap with a wide brim and a thick, high-collared cloak. The portrait is framed within an oval border and below it, there is an elaborate crest featuring three birds enclosed by ornate designs and Latin inscriptions "ROBERTVS COLL. REGINÆ ANNO EGLESFIELD FVNDAVIT MCCCXL." The background has a textured pattern without discernible objects or scenery.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7040 × 11418 px
Public Domain
Yes
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