Portrait of Michelangelo in profile facing right set within a recess 1545

This engraving by Enea Vico depicts the famous Renaissance artist Michelangelo in profile, facing right. Executed in 1545, the portrait shows Michelangelo at the age of 61 and is notable for its detailed rendering of the artist's weathered face and flowing beard. The inscription below the portrait reads "Michelangelo Buonarroti, Noble Florentine, in the year of his life 61," further identifying the subject. The work is a testament to Vico's skill in capturing the likeness of his subject and is a valuable historical document that showcases the artistic genius of one of history's greatest masters.