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The image shows a side profile of a person seated and reading a book. The person is depicted wearing voluminous robes and a tall, pointed hat, sometimes associated with ecclesiastical attire. The person's facial features are delicate with a slightly prominent nose, and their expression is focused on the book. The person's body is covered by the intricate robe, and they hold an object, likely the book. The background is minimal, with a soft wash of color. The sketch is done in warm tones.

Seated Bishop

Abraham Bloemaert (Dutch, 1566 - 1651)

c. 1620 - 1630 · pen and brown ink and chalk with brown wash heightened with white

National Gallery of Art · Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0)

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