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Head of a Man Wearing a Cap

Circle of the Master of Santo Spirito

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait of a person's face and part of their shoulders. The individual is in a slightly downward-facing pose, with their head tilted to one side. They have finely drawn facial features including eyes, a nose, and closed lips with a solemn expression. The person's hair is long and wavy, flowing past their ears. They are wearing a soft, textured cap that covers most of the top of their head and extends towards the back. The background is a plain, textured surface that complements the sepia tones of the portrait. No jewelry or objects are visible on the person.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th century
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash, heightened with white gouache
Dimensions
3469 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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