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French nobleman, seen from the back, dressed in the fashion of ca. 1630
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French nobleman, seen from the back, dressed in the fashion of ca. 1630

Abraham Bosse · 1629 · etching; engraving; paper

From the collection of Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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Walking gentleman, seen from the back, dressed in a half-long cape that hangs over his left shoulder. Underneath a vest with wide puff sleeves, trimmed with fur (right arm) and a calf-breeches. On his head a hat with wide brim and plume. Shoes with overshoes (pattens, high heels). With the right hand a pointing gesture.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam’s own description
Credit lineFranse edelman, op de rug gezien, gekleed volgens de mode van ca. 1630. 1629. Abraham Bosse. Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Public domain.

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