Fragments choisis dans les Peintures et les Tableaux les plus interessants des Palais et des Eglises d'Italie 1740 - 1791

This etching, "Fragments choisis dans les Peintures et les Tableaux les plus interessants des Palais et des Eglises d'Italie", by Jean Claude Richard, Abbé de Saint-Non (1727-1791), is a detailed portrait of a man with a long beard and a turban, likely an Italian from the late 18th century. Created between 1740-1791, it is a study of light and shadow, the artist capturing the texture of the man’s face and the drape of his clothing. The etching highlights the rich cultural diversity that existed in Italy during that period, offering a glimpse into the everyday life of the people. The print is now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.