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Sir Christopher Wren, Architect

S. Coignard

National Gallery of Art

The image is an engraving featuring the profile view of a man from the upper chest upwards. The man is in a seated position, facing left, with distinct facial features, curly hair, and formal clothing. The background is detailed with etching lines, and the portrait is framed in an octagon. Below it, there is a coat of arms and a text that reads “Sr. Chrisr. Wren K.” A Latin phrase at the bottom reads "Numero Pondere et Mensura."

Artwork Details

Date
published 1750
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8654 × 12739 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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