The image shows the upper body of an elderly man who is seated, leaning over an open book on a table. His head is slightly bowed as he peers through a pair of spectacles held to his eyes with one hand. He has a long, flowing beard and a bald head with some hair at the sides and back. His facial expression is one of concentration. The man is wearing a loose robe, and there is a halo depicted around his head. To his side, there appears to be a crucifix, and around him are some thick foliage and branches. The background features a simple, textured design with some natural elements and a bird flying directly behind him.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1583/1585
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3417 × 3838 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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