Head of a Young Woman
1742
ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
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Francesco Polanzani
Francesco Polanzani (1700–1783) was an artist.
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ink
paper
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
Dominant colour
Head of a Young Woman is a 1742 ink by Francesco Polanzani, a Baroque work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This is a black-and-white portrait of a young woman. She’s turned slightly to the side, her head framed by a soft, rounded border. Her hair is pulled back, and she wears a high collar with a bow at the neck. The lines are precise, showing the shape of her face and clothes clearly. The artist used a technique that lets them carve fine details into the plate. That’s why the lines look sharp and textured. Look up etching to see how artists like this made prints.
Francesco Polanzani (1700–1783) was an artist.
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