George Calvert, Lord Baltimore
1657
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1657
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a serious-looking man in a long coat and ruffled collar. He stands with one hand resting on a ledge, looking straight ahead. The background shows a faint landscape with hills and a curtain. The text below his image names him George Calvert. It also includes a coat of arms and Latin words, hinting at his high rank. Next, check out how this was made using engraving.
