The image displays a full-body drawing of a person in a sitting position. The individual is reclining slightly backward, with the head tilted upwards and the gaze directed above. The facial features suggest a firm expression with a slightly open mouth, while the hairstyle is short and close to the scalp. The person is wearing a draped garment, possibly resembling a toga or a robe, loosely covering the body and falling in soft folds. They hold a large round shield with a floral or medallion-like pattern in one hand, and the other hand is partially obscured but appears to grasp a long stick or weapon, potentially a spear. The background is plain, lacking any discernable environmental elements, which emphasizes the subject.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1612
- Medium
- black chalk heightened with white on gray-blue laid paper
- Dimensions
- 4671 × 3315 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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