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Portrait of Erasmus of Rotterdam
This small oil portrait on limewood from 1527 captures the intelligence, age, and composure of Erasmus of Rotterdam. The precise depiction of his face, hands, and dark formal clothing highlights key features of the humanist. The painting measures 14.2 by 18.4 cm.
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ConnectionsPaintings · Oil on linden panel · Painting · 1520s
