Old Man with a Beard, Old Man in the Manner of Rembrandt, Old Man with a Bracelet, Old Man with a Beard 1775

This etching by Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo, a prominent Venetian artist and son of the renowned painter Giambattista Tiepolo, features four distinct portraits of elderly men, each with a unique expression and attire. The work, titled "Old Man with a Beard," demonstrates Tiepolo’s skill in capturing the subtle nuances of aging, creating a powerful series of portraits that are both realistic and evocative. Created in 1775, the work exemplifies the artist’s mastery of etching and his ability to evoke a sense of timelessness and quiet contemplation. The artwork is currently housed in the Art Institute of Chicago.