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Portrait of James Hay, 1st Earl of Carlisle

Unknown

1660

oil

canvas

From the collection of J. Paul Getty Museum

Baroque Portrait

Dominant colour

Portrait of James Hay, 1st Earl of Carlisle is a 1660 oil by Unknown, held at J. Paul Getty Museum.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1660
Where can I see it?: J. Paul Getty Museum

About this work

The painting features a man dressed in 17th-century attire, standing in front of a large tapestry. He wears a black coat with a white ruffled collar and a blue sash around his neck, complemented by a gold belt and a medal on a blue ribbon. His right hand rests on his hip, while his left hand holds a sword at his side. The man's hair is styled in a wig, and he sports a well-groomed beard. The background of the painting is dominated by the large tapestry, which adds depth and texture to the overall composition.