William Segar

William Segar was an English artist and official who lived from 1554 to 1633. He is best known for creating detailed portraits of notable figures of his time, including royalty and government officials. Segar served as the Crown Jeweler and Drawings Master to King James I, which meant he was responsible for designing and overseeing the creation of official images and insignia. His artwork provides valuable visual documentation of early 17th-century British nobility and court life, combining artistic skill with important historical record-keeping.