Luigi Vanvitelli 1674 - 1755

This etching by Pier Leone Ghezzi depicts Luigi Vanvitelli, a prominent Italian architect. The drawing, part of a larger series of portraits of prominent figures, captures Vanvitelli in a casual pose, emphasizing his individual personality. The simple yet elegant composition utilizes light shading and lines to create a lifelike representation of the subject. This portrait, now held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to Ghezzi's talent for capturing the essence of his subjects.