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Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester

Christoffel van Sichem I

1585

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Portrait Charles V

Dominant colour

Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester is a 1585 ink by Christoffel van Sichem I, a Renaissance work, depicting Charles V, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Christoffel van Sichem I
When & what style?: 1585 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. He's dressed in fancy clothes, with a big hat and a sword. The artist paid close attention to the details of his face and clothes. The Earl of Leicester was a important person in history. He was a favorite of Queen Elizabeth I, and played a big role in her court. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: engraving.