James I, as James VI of Scotland
1600
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1600
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious face, a thick beard, and a fancy hat with feathers. His collar is high and decorated with small patterns. The background is plain, but the edges of the image have carved words and designs. The words around the man’s head say things like "King James" and "Scotland." The artist used lines to create shading, making the face look three-dimensional. Look up engraving to see how artists like this made detailed prints.
