The image features an etched portrait of an elderly man facing forward, with his upper body occupying the central portion of the frame. He has a serious expression, deep-set eyes, a long, full beard, unruly hair, and is wearing a robe with a dark fur-like collar. In his right hand, he holds a slender rod or staff. The background is filled with dense cross-hatching, emphasizing the details of the man’s face and upper body.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1762
- Medium
- etching
- Dimensions
- 3473 × 4053 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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