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Head of a Roman Emperor

Circle of Francesco Francia

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a profile view of a person's head and shoulders within a circular frame, facing right. The head is angled slightly forward with a prominent nose and firm jawline. The person's hair is styled with wavy locks adorned with laurel leaves, and they wear a draped garment covering the shoulders. There are no visible accessories. The artwork is a monochromatic print on a textured surface, potentially depicting a historical or allegorical figure. The background has a simple, grainy texture.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1480/1510
Medium
niello print
Dimensions
1414 × 1507 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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