Portrait of Cardinal Prospero Colonna di Sciarra
1750
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1750
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
The painting depicts a man dressed in red and white attire, holding a piece of paper in his right hand. He is standing in front of a dark background, with a small table or shelf to his left. The man's clothing is intricately detailed, with a red cape draped over his shoulders and a white shirt with red embroidery underneath. The man's face is serious, with a slight furrow between his eyebrows. His hair is gray and styled in a formal manner. The overall atmosphere of the painting is one of solemnity and dignity. This portrait is a fine example of Pompeo Batoni's work.
