Lord Bacon
1782
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1782
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This image is an engraving of a man in a dark robe, holding a helmet in his right hand. He has a ruffled collar and cuffs, and his left hand is at his side. The engraving is framed by an ornate border. The man's face is serious, and he looks directly at the viewer. The background of the engraving is plain, with some subtle shading to give depth to the image. If you're interested in learning more about the Baroque movement, which this engraving is a part of, you can explore the works of other artists from that time period.