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Girolamo (II) Rossi (1682-1762) was an Italian painter and engraver, born and active in Rome. He is known for his portraits, especially those of cardinals and other high-ranking figures. Rossi's engravings are characterized by their meticulous detail and realistic depiction, as exemplified in these portraits, which feature ornate frames and elaborate coats of arms, highlighting the subjects' status and power. His work is highly prized by art historians and collectors as a valuable record of the 18th-century Roman aristocracy.
Born
1682
Birth place
Rome
Died
1762
Death place
Rome