Thomas Howard, First Earl of Suffolk
1598
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1598
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white print shows a bearded man in a wide-brimmed hat and ruffled collar. He’s holding a rolled-up paper in one hand and a small object in the other. Above his head, two cherubs hold a shield with a coat of arms. The background is plain, but the text around him lists his titles and honors. The print looks like it was made to honor a powerful figure—maybe a noble or official. The cherubs and shield suggest this was meant to show his status. If you like this style, look up *Renaissance* next.
