Virginia da Vezzo 1626

claudemellan

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comic strip sketch

aged paper

mechanical pen drawing

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pen illustration

pencil sketch

old engraving style

personal sketchbook

pen-ink sketch

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"Virginia da Vezzo" is an engraving by Claude Mellan dating to 1626. It depicts a bust portrait of Virginia da Vezzo, an Italian painter, within an oval frame. Mellan was a French artist known for his detailed and intricate engravings, and this work exemplifies his characteristic style. The image focuses on Virginia's delicate features, with her gaze directed towards the viewer. The inscription below the portrait provides a brief biographical note and an ode to her art, emphasizing her skills as a painter and praising her artistry.