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Noble Man Wrapped in a Mantle Trimmed with Fur

after Jacques Callot

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man standing upright. He has distinct facial features, with a pointed mustache and chin beard, and flowing hair that peeks out from beneath a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a plume. He is dressed in an elaborate, fur-trimmed cloak that envelops his upper body, coupled with puffed pants that tighten at the knee. On his feet are decorative shoes, and he holds what appears to be a sword by his side. The background features a detailed landscape with small buildings, a bridge, and trees, suggesting a rural or town setting, with soft hills in the distance.

Artwork Details

Date
1623 or later
Medium
woodcut on laid paper
Dimensions
2955 × 4527 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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