Philip III, King of Spain

Philip III, King of Spain

Unknown 19th Century

1850

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving shows a man's portrait, dressed in 17th-century attire. He wears a ruffled collar and ornate armor, with a serious expression. The oval frame is adorned with a ribbon at the top and fruit at the bottom. A Latin inscription surrounds the frame, but it's not clear what it says. The man's face is detailed, with a prominent mustache and short hair. His armor is decorated with intricate designs. The engraving style is detailed, with cross-hatching used to create shading and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this technique, look up "cross-hatching".

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