Who painted Sir Edward Coke?

Sir Edward Coke was painted by John Payne in 1629.

Where can I see Sir Edward Coke?

Sir Edward Coke is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Sir Edward Coke?

Sir Edward Coke is associated with Baroque.

Artwork

Sir Edward Coke

John Payne , 1629

Sir Edward Coke is an ink print by the Baroque artist John Payne. It dates from 1629 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This 1629 engraving by John Payne presents a formal portrait of Sir Edward Coke, a prominent English jurist and parliamentarian.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts Coke with a bald head, white beard, and formal attire, including a dark coat and chain, set against a plain background with a Latin-inscribed oval frame.

Technique & Style

Payne employed fine lines and shading to capture the subtleties of Coke's face and clothing, exemplifying a style characteristic of 17th-century engraving.

History & Provenance

Created during the reign of Charles I, this work represents an early example of English printmaking, a medium in which Payne was among the first native-born practitioners.

Artist & collection

Artist

John Payne

John Payne (1607–1647) was an English engraver, who was one of the earliest exponents of the art of engraving in England. His best work was the finest produced by a native-born engraver working during the reign of Charles I.