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Sir Peter Lely

Isaak Beckett after Sir Peter Lely

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a person. The individual is positioned slightly turned to the left with a gaze directed towards the viewer. Their facial features include a prominent nose, slightly pursed mouth, delicate eyes, and long, curly hair cascading down to the shoulders. The person is wearing a dark cloak over a white shirt visible at the neckline. No visible jewelry or objects are held. The background is a dark, neutral tone, and there is a decorative inscription in cursive style at the bottom on a light-colored panel.

Artwork Details

Date
1680s
Medium
mezzotint on laid paper
Dimensions
3344 × 4516 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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