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From "Bizzarie di varie Figure"

Giovanni Battista Bracelli

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two full-length figures positioned side by side. The figure on the left is standing with one hand on their hip and the other arm extended outward, wearing an intricately designed outfit resembling medieval armor and a pointed hat with a tassel. The figure's hair is long and flows beneath the hat. The figure on the right is in a dynamic pose, with both arms raised above their head, wearing similar armor with circular embellishments on the chest area and long, unfurled hair. Each figure is depicted against a simple background with faint horizontal lines indicating a ground surface. The image appears to be an engraving on a lightly textured paper with visible wear and discoloration around the edges.

Artwork Details

Date
1624
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3972 × 2995 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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