Edward, Lord Littleton
1659
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
About the artist
Artist
William Faithorne
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
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ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Edward, Lord Littleton is a 1659 ink by William Faithorne, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a serious-looking man in old-fashioned clothes. His collar is stiff and fancy, and he wears a chain over his chest. On his chest is a detailed coat of arms with a crown and strange symbols. The background is plain, and the whole image is framed in a rounded shape. The text below says he was a lord and part of the king’s council. The artist signed it and noted it was sold near Holborne. Check out how this was made using engraving.
William Faithorne (1616–1691) was a British artist, born in Greater London.
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