Portrait of Francis Bacon (1561-1626) Studio of Paulus van Somer I
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Portrait of Francis Bacon (1561-1626)
Half-length portrait of Francis Bacon, standing, his left arm leaning on a table upon which rests a bag holding the Great Seal of England, signifying his office as its Keeper (1617). This hand holds a paper addressed "To the Hon:ble Francis Lord Verulam Ld. Chancller of England". Bacon is shown wearing a doublet and black gown, the sleeves embroidered in gold, with white lace cuffs. He wears a round white ruff and a black hat at a slight angle. Bacon has long, natural hair with a beard and is presented against a background of red drapery.
Original: oil on panel, 1120x850mm. ca. 1617-1620
- Image reference: RS-9655
- The Royal Society
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