Portret van geleerde Stefano Sterponi 1755 - 1805

This engraving, "Portret van geleerde Stefano Sterponi," by Italian artist Gaetano Vascellini, depicts Stefano Sterponi, a scholar and professor. Created between 1755 and 1805, the work showcases the sitter's intellectual pursuits through his thoughtful expression and the inclusion of a geometric compass. The inscription below identifies Sterponi as a scholar of Greek literature and a professor at the University of Padua. This detailed portrait exemplifies the neoclassical style prevalent in Vascellini's work, characterized by its emphasis on realism and attention to detail.