The image is a three-quarter view of an individual seated or crouched down. The person is facing slightly to the left, with their body leaning forward and arms resting on their knees. The face is shown in profile with a well-defined, prominent nose and a thick mustache. The person has short facial hair on their chin. They are wearing a large turban wrapped around their head, along with a cloak draped over their shoulders and a loose-fitting garment. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background consists of sketch-like outlines that suggest architectural elements. The overall illustration style is etched, with cross-hatching used for shading and texture.
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The image is a three-quarter view of an individual seated or crouched down. The person is facing slightly to the left, with their body leaning forward and arms resting on their knees. The face is shown in profile with a well-defined, prominent nose and a thick mustache. The person has short facial hair on their chin. They are wearing a large turban wrapped around their head, along with a cloak draped over their shoulders and a loose-fitting garment. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background consists of sketch-like outlines that suggest architectural elements. The overall illustration style is etched, with cross-hatching used for shading and texture.

National Gallery of Art · Print

An Old Turk with Turban Seated on a Rock

Stefano Della Bella

Medium
etching on laid paper [restrike]
Classification
Print
Accession number
1986.50.85
Credit line
Transferred from The Library of Congress
Time span
1601 to 1650
Department
CG-E

Portfolio and series

Series
Quadreria Medicea, vol.3 (1986.50.11-108)

Subjects and terms

  • Florentine
  • Seated figure
  • Costume
  • Man
  • Wall

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