Portret van filosoof Antonio Rocco 1640 - 1647
giacomopiccini
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pencil drawn
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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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personal sketchbook
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sketchbook drawing
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pencil work
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watercolour illustration
"Portret van filosoof Antonio Rocco" is an engraving by Giacomo Piccini, created between 1640 and 1647. The artwork depicts a bust-length portrait of philosopher Antonio Rocco in a fur-lined coat, set within an oval frame. The engraving's inscription identifies Rocco as a "Doctor of Theology and Philosophy". The inscription also includes a Latin verse praising Rocco's character and intellect. This print is a fine example of 17th-century portraiture and a testament to the artistry of Giacomo Piccini.
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