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Description: | The painting depicts an unknown Knight of the Order of St John. He is dressed in black, with a white collar, in typical seventeenth-century style. His membership of the Order is indicated by the insignia on a gold chain around his neck. His right hand is resting on a table upon which is a red and white flag, possibly the flag of the Order, a plumed metal helmet, and a rosary with an insignia attached. This is an interesting detail, as it may indicate membership of another Order; it is an embellished Maltese Cross, with blue or green enamel. This is not an official insignia of the Order of St John, although some latitude was allowed for members to personalise their insignia. In his left hand he is holding a leather strap, or possibly a riding crop. His cross of the Order has fleur de lys attached, which may indicate that he is of French origin. | Subjects: | portrait (Knight of the Order of St John) | Source: | Vads | Creator: | Artist: Maltese School Æ | Identifier: | http://www.vads.ac.uk/large.php?uid=8595... | Go to resource |
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