Early 17th-Century English School, Portrait Of Edward Hill & Original Gloves grey Little is known of the

Little is known of the artist

the justaucorps had replaced the earlier doublet and was typically worn open over a vest and breeches

they still seem controlled and comforting

on one hand

Early 17th-Century English School, Portrait Of Edward Hill & Original Gloves grey Little is known of theThis remarkable early 17th century three quarter length English School portrait depicts Alderman Edward Hill of The Charterhouse, Coventry, holding a pair of leather gloves. The original gloves are included with the sale. Wearing his prestigious red, fur lined robes a hallmark of an Aldermans attire he conveys both presence and character. Hes evidently a man of significant local repute, as aldermen were high ranking officials, second only to the