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Nine Heads

Paulus Pontius after Sir Peter Paul Rubens

National Gallery of Art

The image features eight portraits of individuals showing their head and neck. The figures vary in orientations, angles, and expressions. The top row includes three older males with unique hairstyles and facial hair. The middle row shows an older man with short hair, a male with a curly beard, and an elderly woman wearing a head covering. The bottom row displays a young woman with a bun, a figure with long curly hair, and a child with closed eyes. The background is plain, emphasizing the detailed features of each face.

Artwork Details

Date
1630
Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3480 × 4892 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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