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Profile of a Man

Lombard 16th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a profile view of a person's head and upper body. The individual is facing to the left, displaying a side view of their face and torso. The person has a slightly rounded face with a defined nose and chin, and seems to be wearing a hat that covers much of their hair. They are dressed in a simple robe or tunic covering their shoulders. The background is plain and light beige, emphasizing the figure in the foreground. The image has a sketch-like quality.

Artwork Details

Date
1500/1520
Medium
black chalk with stumping and touches of red chalk heightened with white on laid paper; laid down
Dimensions
3244 × 4983 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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