Cardinal Antonio Barberini

Cardinal Antonio Barberini

Robert Nanteuil

1664

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

About this work

This engraving depicts a man with long, curly hair and a mustache, wearing a dark robe with a large collar and a star-shaped medal on his chest. He is shown from the chest up, facing forward with a neutral expression. The background is a solid color, with a decorative border around the edges of the image. In the bottom center of the image, there is a circular emblem with a crown and other symbols. The engraving is done in a detailed, realistic style, with intricate lines and shading that give the image depth and texture. If you're interested in learning more about this style of engraving, you might want to explore the technique of cross-hatching.

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