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Emperor Ferdinand II

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

The image features a portrait of a man depicted from the shoulders up, positioned in the center of an ornately designed frame. The man's face is angled slightly to the left, with distinct facial features including a prominent nose, a well-groomed mustache, and a short beard. His hair appears to be styled in loose waves, framing his forehead and temples. He is dressed in a cloak or robe with a high collar embellished with patterns and a decorative shoulder element. Surrounding the portrait are scrollwork and decorative elements, including architectural motifs. A Latin inscription surrounds the portrait within the frame, and additional Latin text is bannered beneath it. The background consists of more ornate detailing.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching on laid paper [restrike]
Dimensions
3491 × 4610 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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