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Chronologer William Parsons

Simon Gribelin II after Pierre Berchet

National Gallery of Art

An engraving showing the upper body of a person in an upright pose. The person has a full, voluminous hairstyle framing their face. They have stern eyes and a neutral expression. They are wearing traditional attire from the late 17th century with draped fabric and a button or brooch. The person is surrounded by an ornate oval frame with a ribbon at the top indicating the year 1696 and an inscription at the bottom. The engraving features decorative elements and symbols against a plain background, emphasizing the central figure.

Artwork Details

Date
1696
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
9216 × 11116 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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