Portret van Giovan Battista Gelli 1682

"Portret van Giovan Battista Gelli" is an etching by Edme de Boulonois, created in 1682. The artwork is a portrait of the Italian writer and philosopher Giovan Battista Gelli, depicted in profile with a long white beard. The image, which is a smaller print at 190 mm high and 146 mm wide, currently resides in the Rijksmuseum. The fine lines and details of this etching showcase the skill of Boulonois in capturing the likeness of his subject with remarkable accuracy. The artwork is a prime example of portraiture in the 17th century and showcases the artist's mastery of the etching technique.