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.
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Seated Bishop

Abraham Bloemaert (Dutch, 1566 - 1651)

c. 1620 - 1630

Medium
pen and brown ink and chalk with brown wash heightened with white
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
overall: 25.2 x 19.4 cm (9 15/16 x 7 5/8 in.)
Culture
Dutch
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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