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Victor Bouthillier

Robert Nanteuil

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an engraving of a man's upper body facing slightly to the left with his head turned toward the viewer. The man has curly, medium-length hair, a prominent nose, and a slight smile. He is wearing religious attire, including a large collar, a robe, and a clerical cap. A cross on a chain hangs around his neck. In the background, there is an ornate frame holding the portrait, surrounded by draped fabric and various ecclesiastical symbols, such as a mitre, a cross-staff, books, and religious insignia. The setting conveys a formal and religious atmosphere, emphasizing the man's clerical authority.

Artwork Details

Date
1662
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
4249 × 3366 px
Public Domain
Yes
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