James I, King of England

Dutch 17th Century

1650

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Baroque Baroque Portrait

About this work

This engraving depicts a man in a circular frame, wearing a hat and a fur-trimmed coat. The man's face is visible, and he has a beard. The circular frame features text around its edge, but it is not legible. The man's attire suggests a formal or ceremonial setting, possibly from a historical or royal context. The use of engraving as a medium adds a level of detail and texture to the image. To learn more about the artistic style and techniques used in this engraving, explore the Baroque movement.