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Francesco de Medici, Prince of Tuscany

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

The image is an engraving of a portrait of a man showing the upper half of his body within an ornate oval frame. The man is facing slightly to the right, with wavy hair falling to his neck. He is dressed in elaborate clothing, including a detailed collar and shoulder armor. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative frame with symbolic elements like armor, fur, and banners. The background includes intricate lines and shading. A ribbon below the frame bears the inscription "Franciscus Ex Principibus Etruria."

Artwork Details

Medium
etching on laid paper [restrike]
Dimensions
3263 × 4543 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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