Portret van humanist Alessandro Politi 1755 - 1805

This engraving by Gaetano Vascellini, created sometime between 1755 and 1805, depicts Alessandro Politi, a prominent humanist known for his scholarship in Latin literature. The portrait captures Politi in a contemplative pose, holding a book open in his hand, highlighting his dedication to learning. The inscription below details Politi's accomplishments and identifies him as a "great philosopher" and "master of Latin literature." This work showcases Vascellini's ability to capture the intellectual and scholarly nature of his subject through detailed lines and subtle shading. The engraving is a testament to the importance of humanist studies in 18th-century Italy and provides insight into the life and legacy of Alessandro Politi.