Portrait of Prince Abbondio Rezzonico as Senator of Rome
1765
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
1765
oil
From the collection of Walters Art Museum
This portrait depicts a man in a formal, 18th-century outfit, complete with a lace collar and a long, dark coat. He holds a scepter in his right hand and stands beside a marble table with a book on it. The background is dark, with some architectural elements visible. The man's attire and the scepter suggest he holds a position of power or authority. The dark background and the formal clothing give the painting a sense of solemnity. Look up Pompeo Batoni next.
