Alessandro Manzoni

Giuseppe Cornienti, after Gaetano Monti

National Gallery of Art

The image showcases a profile portrait of a man with his head and a portion of his neck depicted. He is facing the left side of the image, presented on a round medallion-like plaque. The man has a prominent nose, a defined jawline, and curly hair with sideburns. His facial features are sharply defined in a neoclassical style. The medallion is inscribed with the words "ALESSANDRO MANZONI." The background surrounding the medallion is plain and light beige, emphasizing the detailed engraving within. No additional objects or jewelry are visible in the image.