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Cardinal Fleury

François Chereau I after Hyacinthe Rigaud

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait engraving of a man shown from the chest up. He is seated, looking directly at the viewer with a composed expression. The man has deep-set eyes, a prominent nose, and medium-length wavy hair. He is wearing a robe with a wide collar and intricate detailing. The oval frame encloses the portrait with an inscription around it. Below the oval is a decorative coat of arms with heraldic symbols. The background is textured.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3343 × 4257 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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