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Tobias Matthew, D.D., Archbishop of York, by Renold Elstrack, ink, 1598

Tobias Matthew, D.D., Archbishop of York

Renold Elstrack

1598

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Tobias Matthew, D.D., Archbishop of York is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?
Renold Elstrack
When & what style?
1598 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?
National Gallery of Art

About this work

The image is a portrait of a man, Tobias Matthew, D.D., Archbishop of York. He is depicted wearing a ruffled collar and a hat, with his hands clasped together in front of him. The background of the portrait is dark, which helps to highlight the subject's features. The portrait is rendered in a detailed and realistic style, with intricate engravings that add texture and depth to the image. The use of cross-hatching techniques creates a sense of volume and dimensionality, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject's face and hands. The portrait is a fine example of Renaissance art, with its attention to detail and realistic depiction of the subject. To learn more about this style, you can explore the Renaissance movement.

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