Thomas Bruce, Earl of Elgin

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair and a mustache. He’s dressed in a fancy coat with ruffled cuffs, and his hands rest on a piece of paper. The background is plain, but the frame has a detailed border with swirls and a crest at the bottom showing a crown and a shield. The name "Thomas Earl Bruce" is written below, along with the year 1662. This was likely made to show his importance, since the crest suggests he held a high rank. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this one carved detailed images into metal.