The image shows a figure leaning forward with one hand on a table, looking toward a bright light source from a window with intricate pane patterns. The person has an elderly appearance, wearing a turban or headscarf, and a long, textured garment. They hold a compass in their hand. The background features shelves, a figure or bust in shadows, and a circular emblem with Latin text, surrounded by books and scholarly items.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1652
- Medium
- etching, drypoint, and engraving on rough beige paper
- Dimensions
- 3535 × 4584 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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