Continental School, 18th century, oil on canvas portrait of a gentleman wearing a robe with ornate trim, cross, and several medallions, including two portrait medals depicting the profile of William III and one with Memento Mori in a jeweled star. The subject is depicted seated in a red chair against a red draped backdrop and holds a rolled letter in his right hand, which is adorned with a ring. He also appears to be wearing an apron with the numbers "69". Housed in a contemporary gilt carved frame. Sight - 29" H x 24" W. Framed - 37 1/4" H x 32 1/2" W. Note: While the style of this painting does not appear to be English, the subject's attire suggests he was a supporter of the Dutch-born William III. A number of portrait medals depicting William III were produced following the Dutch-born English monarch's death in 1702, around the same time objects emblazoned with Memento Mori motifs were at their height of popularity.