William, Earl of Craven
1679
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1679
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white engraving shows a man in a fancy military outfit. He’s wearing a big, curly wig, a heavy coat with lots of buttons, and armor over his chest. His right hand holds a sword, and his left hand rests on a glove or pouch. The background is plain, focusing all attention on him. Notice the tiny details in his armor and the way the artist used lines to show light and shadow—this was a common trick in the 1600s. If you like this style, look up engraving to see how artists created sharp, detailed prints like this one.
