Reverendi Doni: Josephi Hall Norwici Nuper Episco. (Joseph Hall, Bishop of Norwich)
1653
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1653
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a serious-looking man with a thick beard and ruffled collar. He’s holding an open book in one hand and a round object with a picture on it in the other. Behind him, a bookshelf and a coat of arms are visible. The coat of arms suggests he was someone important, likely a leader or official. The text at the bottom confirms this is a portrait of Joseph Hall, a bishop. Next, check out how this was made using the technique: etching.
