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The Persian

Georg Friedrich Schmidt after Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man from the waist up, facing forward with his body slightly turned to one side. He has a full beard and mustache, deep-set eyes, and a steady gaze. He wears a turban with decorative elements and a feather, a textured robe with intricate button fastenings, and another draped fabric over his shoulder. His left hand holds a staff, while his right hand rests over his front. The background is plain and textured, with inscriptions in the top left corner and at the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1756
Medium
etching
Dimensions
3277 × 4191 px
Public Domain
Yes
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