The image shows an engraving featuring two figures in a half-length view. The central figure is a young person seated, gazing upward with a serene expression. She has wavy hair and is dressed in a loose-fitting garment with a chain around her neck. The other figure to the right is an elderly person leaning closer, holding a scientific instrument up to the sky. This person has a lined face and wears a cap. In their other hand, they hold a spherical armillary. The scene is set against a detailed background with a stone building, windows, and a starry night sky. There is also a portion of a celestial chart or globe visible.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1597
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3526 × 4648 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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