Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex, as a Knight of the Garter
1596
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From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
1596
unspecified
From the collection of Museum of Fine Arts Boston
This portrait depicts a man with curly, dark hair and a mustache, wearing a black robe with a white ruffled collar. He holds a sword with an ornate hilt and a green sash with a gold pendant. The man's attire and accessories suggest a formal or ceremonial setting. The painting's style and details, such as the intricate patterns on the robe and the sword's hilt, indicate a high level of craftsmanship. To learn more about the artist behind this work, explore the portfolio of William Segar.
