George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham
1707
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1707
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a serious expression. He wears a high collar, a pearl necklace, and a fancy lace ruff around his neck. The background is simple, with a decorative frame that looks like carved stone and leaves. The name "George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham" is written below the portrait. This was made as an engraving, which means the artist used sharp tools to carve lines into a metal plate. Check out engraving to see how artists create detailed prints like this.
