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Abbot Antonio Niccolini

Pier Leone Ghezzi

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man in profile with distinct facial features such as a prominent nose and chin. He has curly hair flowing towards the nape of his neck and is wearing historical clothing including a long coat, trousers, and heeled shoes. He stands upright with his hands clasped behind his back. The background is simple with horizontal lines indicating a surface.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1725
Medium
pen and iron gall ink over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
3544 × 4944 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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