Henry Rich, First Earl of Holland
1618
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1618
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man in fancy clothes. He’s wearing a ruff collar, a long coat, and a chain over his chest—maybe armor or a medal. His hair is curly, and he has a serious look. The background has some decorative shapes, like stars and scrolls, with words around the edges. The text at the bottom lists his titles, like "Earl of Holland" and "Captain of the Guard." This kind of detailed engraving was common in the Renaissance, where artists used lines to create shadows and texture. Next, look up engraving to see how artists like this made such sharp prints.
