The image shows an upper-body depiction of a person who is seated and positioned slightly turned to the side. The person has long, wavy hair that falls to the shoulders and a mustache and beard framing their face. Their eyes are closed, and they hold a contemplative expression. The clothing is a loose, flowing robe with a round clasp at the collar. In one hand, the person holds a chalice with a snake coiled inside it, while the other hand is raised, with the index finger pointing upwards. Behind the person, there is an eagle. Both the individual and the eagle are set against a backdrop featuring radiating lines. The image is in a monochromatic color scheme, consistent with etched drawings. At the bottom of the image, there is a Latin inscription.
Artwork Details
- Medium
- engraving
- Dimensions
- 2970 × 3772 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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