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La Retorique (Rhetoric)

Gilles Rousselet after Grégoire Huret

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person standing in an elegant pose. The person is facing forward with one arm raised, holding a staff decorated with serpentine motifs, while the other hand extends outward holding a scroll. The individual has a serene facial expression, delicate facial features, long wavy hair cascading around the shoulders, and is wearing a wide-brimmed hat with a ribbon and feather. They wear an adorned gown with lace details, a belt, and decorative buttons, as well as a necklace. The background shows an ornate interior with drapery and detailed wall paneling.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving on laid paper
Dimensions
3279 × 4722 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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