William Bates, D.D.
1654
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1654
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
William Bates, D.D. is a 1654 ink by William Faithorne, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with curly hair and a high collar. His face is serious, and he’s wearing a robe that looks heavy and formal. The background is just a plain oval shape, but the edges of the frame are filled with tiny lines that create texture. The text below says his name is *Gulielmus Batesius* and he was a theology professor. The artist’s name, *Faithorne*, is in the corner, too. If you like this style, check out engraving.
