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Sir Kenelm Digby, by Thomas Cross, ink, 1668

Sir Kenelm Digby

Thomas Cross

1668

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Sir Kenelm Digby is a 1668 ink by Thomas Cross, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Thomas Cross
When & what style?
1668 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

This image is an engraving of a man with curly hair, wearing a dark robe and a white collar. He is shown from the chest up, facing forward. The background is a bookshelf with several books, and a wall with a grid pattern. The man's expression is serious, and he appears to be looking directly at the viewer. The engraving is done in a detailed style, with intricate lines and shading. If you're interested in learning more about this style of engraving, you might want to look into the Baroque movement.

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