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Pierre le Moyne

Francois de Poilly I after Philippe de Champaigne

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraved portrait of a man. He is depicted from the chest upwards, slightly angled to the left, with a direct gaze. The man has a prominent forehead, expressive eyes, and a subtle smile. His short, slightly wavy hair falls around his forehead and ears. He is dressed in a high-collared garment, possibly a robe or clerical attire, with a cape or wide collar. The background features an oval frame, giving the portrait a formal look. Below the portrait is an inscription in a decorative scroll with a shield emblem. The setting suggests a historical or classical style, with the background and inscription adding to the portrait's significance.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3222 × 4994 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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