Half Figure of a Saint with Chalice and Book (Possibly Saint John the Evangelist)

Italian 15th/16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraving of a person on a round, worn surface. The person is depicted from the waist up, sitting in a frontal position with indistinct facial features and long hair flowing from under a headgear or crown. The clothing covers the shoulders and arms, with the figure holding an object. The round surface has a raised edge, displaying signs of aging like scratches and discoloration. The background is dark, emphasizing the central figure.