John Harington, Second Baron of Exton

Renold Elstrack

Associated Names
Renold Elstrack

Artist, English, 1571 - 1625

The image is an engraving showing the upper half of a man facing slightly to the side. He has delicate features, including prominent cheekbones and expressive eyes. His hair is styled short and neat, framing his face. He wears a richly embroidered doublet with a large ruffled collar, typical of the late Renaissance period. The ornate frame surrounding the image features detailed scrollwork, mythical creatures, and emblematic symbols. Decorative elements like a lion's head and a bird-like creature are in the corners. The background contains Gothic-style text that likely adds context or praise. The overall style is formal, emphasizing the subject's status and significance.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    facsimile

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 22.2 × 18 cm (8 3/4 × 7 1/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.14.588


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1950.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65364876

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