William Cecill, First Baron Burghley
1598
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Renold Elstrack
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
William Cecill, First Baron Burghley is a 1598 ink by Renold Elstrack, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a bearded man in a fancy collar. He holds a rolled-up paper in one hand and rests the other on a staff. Around his head is a wreath with letters spelling out "M.V.L." The border is packed with symbols—coats of arms, flowers, and strange shapes. The text below his face lists his titles, like "Lord High Treasurer of England." The artist carved all these details into metal using tiny lines. Want to see more? Check out how engraving works.
Renold Elstrack (1570–1625) was an artist, born in London.
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