Caricature of a Polish Count 1691 - 1758

Pier Leone Ghezzi's "Caricature of a Polish Count" is a pen and ink drawing on paper that captures the exaggerated features and fashion of a Polish nobleman in the 18th century. This humorous portrayal uses exaggerated lines to emphasize the subject's long nose and elaborate clothing, typical of the caricature genre popular in the Baroque period. The drawing is part of a series of portraits by Ghezzi, known for his sharp wit and keen observation of social life. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, houses this artwork.