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Francesco Algarotti

Georg Friedrich Schmidt

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a profile portrait of a man with curly hair, shown from the shoulders up. He is facing left, with his head and neck visible. His features are depicted in a classical style, resembling those from ancient art, including a noticeable nose and defined lips. The man has a youthful appearance and is not wearing any visible clothing. The portrait is within an elaborate oval frame within a larger, ornate design with intricate details and patterns. Below the portrait is a rectangular relief with classical figures engaged in various activities, depicted in a detailed style. The background has a textured appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1752
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3347 × 4333 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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