The image depicts a seated figure facing forward. The person has a prominent nose, deep-set eyes, and a serious expression. They wear a wide-brimmed hat, a long robe with intricate designs, and hold an object resembling a staff. A lion stands next to them, resting a paw on their knee, and there is a structure resembling a book cabinet in the background, with open books and decorative objects around it. Architectural elements like spires are visible in the backdrop.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1460/1470
- Medium
- metalcut, hand-colored in rust-red lake, green, and yellow
- Dimensions
- 3243 × 4669 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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