Philoshopher Seated near a Window 1514 - 1536

Agostino Veneziano's "Philosopher Seated near a Window" is a 16th-century engraving that depicts a contemplative figure, likely a scholar or philosopher, lost in thought. The figure sits near a window overlooking a distant landscape, a globe at his feet, evoking themes of contemplation and intellectual pursuits. The composition utilizes detailed hatching and cross-hatching, characteristic of engravings, to create depth and texture. The artist's signature, "A.V.", can be seen in the upper right corner, adding to the historical significance of this small but masterful work.