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James VI, King of Scotland

Pieter de Jode I after Adrian Vanson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraving of a man depicted from the waist upwards. He is positioned facing slightly to his left while gazing directly at the viewer. The man's facial features include a thin mustache and beard around his chin, with hair mostly covered by an elaborate hat. His hair appears short and curls slightly at the nape of his neck. He is wearing a richly detailed outfit, including a shirt with visible buttons up the front and a fur-trimmed cloak draped over his shoulders. A large, ornate hat crowns his head, featuring a feather and bejeweled band. In the background, to the right, there is a coat of arms topped with a crown. The background consists of a lined, nondescript pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
1603
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8165 × 10205 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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