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James, Second Marquis of Hamilton

Martin Droeshout

1623

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque

Dominant colour

James, Second Marquis of Hamilton is a 1623 ink by Martin Droeshout, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Martin Droeshout
When & what style?: 1623 · Baroque
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a man in heavy armor and a long, embroidered coat. He stands with one hand on a curved sword and the other resting on a table. Behind him, thick curtains frame the scene, and a small shield with a coat of arms sits on the table. The armor looks detailed, with metal plates covering his chest and legs. His face is serious, and the lines in the print create deep shadows. This is an example of the technique: engraving.