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Francis Sylvestri, Cardinal

Aegidius Sadeler II

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man in a formal high-collared outfit and a distinct hat, with a clean-shaven face, a mustache, and a short pointed beard. The man has a serious expression, defined eyebrows, medium-length wavy hair partly covered by the hat. The portrait is surrounded by an ornate oval frame with Latin text. Two seated female figures are behind the frame, with one holding scales and a sword, and the other holding a mirror and a serpent. Above the man's portrait is a large crest with intricate designs and a cherubic face. The background features various patterns, architectural elements, columns, and floral motifs. At the bottom are more Latin text and the artists' names.

Artwork Details

Date
1604
Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7617 × 11621 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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