The image shows the upper body of a person standing in a grand architectural frame topped by an ornate arch. The individual is holding a sculpted bust labeled “TERMINVS” with a wise expression. The person has distinctive facial features with a long nose and deep-set eyes, wearing a fur-lined hat and a fur-lined robe cinched at the waist. The background features detailed architectural elements including columns with sculpted figures and garlands, and cherubs on the arch, along with various intricate designs enhancing the classical and scholarly theme.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1538
- Medium
- woodcut on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2930 × 5314 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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