Portret van Felix Rotondi, 77ste Minister Generaal van de franciscaner orde 1710 - 1738
antonioluciani
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aged paper
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toned paper
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light pencil work
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pencil sketch
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old engraving style
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sketch book
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personal sketchbook
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sketchbook drawing
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storyboard and sketchbook work
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sketchbook art
This engraving, created between 1710 and 1738 by Italian artist Antonio Luciani, portrays Felix Rotondi Umber, the 77th General of the Franciscan Order. The artwork depicts Rotondi in a formal portrait, with a detailed inscription below that provides biographical information. It highlights his achievements, particularly his role as a theologian and educator. The inscription also notes his death in 1738, the same year as the artist's, suggesting a possible commemorative purpose for the artwork. This engraving offers insight into the visual and textual conventions used to depict and honor prominent figures of the Franciscan Order during the Baroque era.
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