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Daily Mirror
Daily Mirror
National
Will Maule

400-year-old painting baffles viewers who say fashion item is proof of time travel

A portrait displayed at the National Gallery has puzzled art enthusiasts after a mum and daughter spotted what appears to be a Nike trainer.

Portrait of a Boy, painted by Dutch Master Ferdinand Bol in the 17th century, features an eight-year-old boy standing in the foreground holding a goblet.

The youngster is wearing a black jacket and cape, a white shirt with ruffled sleeves, auburn socks and black boots, in keeping with the time period.

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