Portret van Flavio Chigi 1664 - 1676
jeanfrosne
pencil drawn
aged paper
toned paper
light pencil work
photo restoration
pencil sketch
old engraving style
personal sketchbook
pencil work
word imagery
This engraving by Jean Frosne, created between 1664 and 1676, depicts Flavio Chigi, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church. The portrait, framed within an oval, captures Chigi’s distinguished features and attire, highlighting his status as a cardinal. The image showcases Frosne’s meticulous attention to detail in capturing the likeness and the intricate details of Chigi’s garments. The accompanying inscription provides biographical information on Chigi, including his roles as legate, cardinal, and nephew of Pope Alexander VII. The engraving is a valuable example of 17th-century portraiture and offers a glimpse into the world of the Roman Catholic Church during that era.
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