Head of a woman by Pietro Testa

Head of a woman 1753 - 1763

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pencil drawn

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drawing

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amateur sketch

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toned paper

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light pencil work

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print

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pencil sketch

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possibly oil pastel

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portrait reference

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acrylic on canvas

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pencil drawing

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portrait drawing

This etching, titled "Head of a Woman," is a work by Italian artist Pietro Testa, created sometime between 1753 and 1763. The piece features a woman in profile, her face partially obscured by a veil that beautifully folds and drapes around her head. The etching's intricate lines create a sense of texture and depth, highlighting the delicate features of the woman's face. The artwork is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and is a testament to Testa's mastery of printmaking. This piece is an excellent example of the Baroque art movement, characterized by dramatic lighting and a focus on human emotions.

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