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Moor in a Turban Trimmed with Five Feathers

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man from the shoulders up, positioned in a three-quarter view with his face turned slightly to his left. He has a prominent mustache and a confident expression. He wears a large, elaborately decorated turban with feathers and a garment with a high collar and detailed textures. He also has an earring in his ear. The background is an oval frame with a subtle textured pattern.

Artwork Details

Date
1649/1650
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3198 × 4096 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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