Portret van toneelschrijver Carlo Goldoni 1712 - 1786

This engraving by Giovanni Marco Pitteri depicts Carlo Goldoni, a prominent Italian playwright and author of the 18th century. Known for his contributions to the commedia dell'arte, Goldoni is portrayed in a bust-length portrait, which was a popular format for engravings during this period. The use of fine lines and shading in the image, a characteristic of engraving, renders the subject with great detail, highlighting his facial features and the texture of his clothing. Goldoni's powdered wig and the inscription below his portrait further denote his social status as an intellectual and artist.