Francois de Poilly I

French, 1622 - 1693

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The image shows an engraved portrait of a man. He is depicted from the chest upwards, slightly angled to the left, with a direct gaze. The man has a prominent forehead, expressive eyes, and a subtle smile. His short, slightly wavy hair falls around his forehead and ears. He is dressed in a high-collared garment, possibly a robe or clerical attire, with a cape or wide collar. The background features an oval frame, giving the portrait a formal look. Below the portrait is an inscription in a decorative scroll with a shield emblem. The setting suggests a historical or classical style, with the background and inscription adding to the portrait's significance.
Francois de Poilly I, Pierre le Moyne, engraving, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.116.27

Pierre le Moyne

Francois de Poilly I · · engraving ·  Accession ID  1974.116.27