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Academy of a Young Man

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching of a full-body figure from the back and slightly from the side. The person is leaning forward with arms resting on a surface. One foot is in front of the other, and the posture appears relaxed or thoughtful. The facial features are outlined, with eyes looking downwards, an elongated nose, closed lips, and short, wavy hair. The upper body is bare, showing muscle outlines. The lower body is draped with loosely drawn fabric, leaving the feet exposed. There are no visible accessories or objects. The background consists of diagonal and curved lines, adding texture and depth.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching on laid paper [restrike]
Dimensions
2934 × 4763 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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