Charles I, as Prince of Wales
1616
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1616
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This engraving presents a portrait of a man, likely a member of royalty, with the words "THE HIGH & MIGHTIE PR. CHARLES PR OF WALES" encircling him. He is dressed in ornate attire, complete with a lace collar and a sword at his side. The background of the image is a dark, solid color. A circular emblem at the bottom of the image bears a coat of arms, accompanied by an inscription in cursive script. The text is written in an old-fashioned style, with flourishes and decorative elements throughout. The level of detail in this engraving suggests that it was created using a technique such as cross-hatching. To learn more about the artist behind this work, you can look up Delaram, Francis.