Ennio Quirino Visconti c. 1790s

This engraving by Francesco Cecchini, dated to the 1790s, depicts Ennio Quirino Visconti, a renowned Italian art historian and archaeologist. The portrait is a testament to Cecchini's mastery of detail, capturing Visconti's likeness with precision. The composition, featuring Visconti in an oval frame, is typical of Neoclassical portraiture, emphasizing the subject's intellectual and dignified persona. This print offers a glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in the world of art history and highlights Cecchini's contribution to the visual documentation of his time.