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Bearded Man in a Fur Cap, Facing Left

Giovanni Benedetto Castiglione

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait showing the head and part of the upper body of a person in profile, facing to the left. The individual has strong facial features, including a prominent nose and a thick mustache. The face is framed by textured facial hair that covers the jawline and chin. The person's hair is long and flowing from under a large hat. The hat has a fur-like brim and a flat top with notable texture. The individual wears a garment with a patterned collar. In the background, there is intricate line work indicating depth and shading, with no specific objects or elements defined.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1645/1647
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3750 × 4627 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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