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Baruch

Theodor Galle after Jan van der Straet

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man framed within an oval. The man is depicted seated with his body slightly turned to his right but facing forward. He has curly, short hair and a full beard showing intricate detailing. He is wearing a robe with a visible collar and decorative trims, featuring elaborate patterns and button details. The man is gesturing with his right hand palm facing up, while his left hand is resting on an unseen surface. Above him, the name "Baruch" is engraved in the surrounding border within an elaborate frame. Simple lines fill the background.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1613
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3466 × 4410 px
Public Domain
Yes
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