English School, 1581
Portrait of a gentleman, bust-length, in an ochre doublet and lace ruff
inscribed 'AETATIS 25' (centre left), 'ANNO 1581' (centre right), and inscribed 'REGARDE ST CHRISTOPHE. PUIS - VA - T - EN RASSURE.' (on the frame)
oil on copper, circular
2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm.) diam.
in its original gilt brass frame cast with angel masks and strap work
English School, 1581
Portrait of a gentleman, bust-length, in an ochre doublet and lace ruff
inscribed 'AETATIS 25' (centre left), 'ANNO 1581' (centre right), and inscribed 'REGARDE ST CHRISTOPHE. PUIS - VA - T - EN RASSURE.' (on the frame)
oil on copper, circular
2 1/8 in. (5.4 cm.) diam.
in its original gilt brass frame cast with angel masks and strap work
