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A Helmeted Soldier

Domenico Peruzzini

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts the upper half of a man's body in a drawing. The man is in a three-quarter view, facing slightly to the right. His facial features are bold, with an aquiline nose, deeply set eyes, pronounced cheekbones, and a well-defined chin. He has curly hair, a large mustache, and a beard. He wears an elaborate helmet with a plume, armored garment, and ornate shoulder protection with a lion's head. The background consists of parallel lines, and the drawing is done in a classic style, focusing on form and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
1660s
Medium
pen and brown ink on laid paper
Dimensions
3376 × 4263 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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