Artwork

George Clifford, Third Earl of Cumberland

George Clifford, Third Earl of Cumberland, by Robert Vaughan, ink, 1640
George Clifford, Third Earl of Cumberland, by Robert Vaughan, ink, 1640

George Clifford, Third Earl of Cumberland is an ink print by the Renaissance artist Robert Vaughan. It dates from 1640 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

This print is an engraving of George Clifford, Third Earl of Cumberland, created by Robert Vaughan in 1640.

Subject & Meaning

The portrait depicts a man in attire characteristic of an earlier era, with a serious facial expression.

Technique & Style

The engraving showcases the artist's skill in rendering fine details, utilizing techniques such as cross-hatching to achieve shading and depth through closely spaced lines.

History & Provenance

The work is attributed to Robert Vaughan, an engraver known for his technical proficiency.

Artist & collection

This work is in the public domain (CC0). Image source: National Gallery of Art open access. Spotted an error in this record? Tell us.