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Noble Man with Fur Plastron

after Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing upright in an engraved artwork. The person is facing slightly towards the right with their hands by their sides. They have a mustache, distinctive facial features, long hair flowing from under a large hat with a feather. The person wears elaborate clothing including a fur collar, a belted doublet, voluminous pants, and high boots with spurs. A sword hangs at their side. The background shows a town scene with buildings and people engaged in various activities, some possibly in conflict or dance-like movements. The setting appears historic, lively with numerous figures and architectural elements throughout.

Artwork Details

Date
1623 or later
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
2844 × 4472 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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