Richardi Brownlowe Armigeri
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 in old-fashioned clothes. He’s wearing a high collar, a long robe with buttons down the front, and a ring on his left hand. His hands rest on a ledge behind him, and there are two small objects—maybe glasses or a book—on either side. The text at the bottom calls him "Richardi Brownlowe Armigeri," which sounds like a fancy title. The artist’s name, *T. de Crofs*, is signed in the corner. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists carved these detailed prints.