William Estius, Catholic Priest
1614
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1614
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This portrait shows a man wearing a tall hat and a cloak, holding a book in his left hand. He is looking directly at the viewer. In the top-right corner, a crest features a bird and the words "Soli Deo Gloria." The man's clothing and the crest suggest a formal, religious setting. To learn more about the techniques used to create this image, look up the technique of engraving.
