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Roger Bacon, Friar and Philosopher

Unknown Artist

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man from the waist up, positioned facing forward with his head turned slightly downwards. He has a serious expression, with detailed facial features including a long beard and a high forehead. His hair is covered by a hood that is part of his robe, which drapes over his shoulders and chest. He is clothed in a textured robe and holds an open book in his hands, which is illustrated with celestial symbols and text. The background consists of a patterned frame around the central image.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
8214 × 8479 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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