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8925583
Media ID 38710988
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VISUAL DESCRIPTION
This is an intricate black and white engraving featuring a portrait of a bearded man within an oval frame. The man appears to be wearing clerical or ecclesiastical clothing, suggesting he may be a figure from the church, possibly from the Renaissance or Baroque period based on the style of his attire.
The portrait is richly adorned with architectural and sculptural elements that resemble marble. On either side of the oval frame stand two classical female figures that could represent virtues or muses, each striking a contrapposto pose and holding onto what appears to be drapery.
Above the central portrait, there is an elaborate cartouche flanked by two winged cherubs or putti who are engaged in supporting it. The cartouche contains text which seems to indicate some form of honorific title followed by Roman numerals; this might suggest a date or reference to papal nomenclature.
Below the image, more Latin text can be seen inscribed on what resembles a pedestal base for this figurative monument. This inscription likely provides additional context about the individual depicted or commemorates an event related to him.
Overall, this artwork reflects high craftsmanship typical of historical commemorative engravings intended to celebrate notable individuals and their achievements.
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