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Edward Coverly

Henry Williams

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white oval-shaped portrait drawing of Edward Coverly by Henry Williams. The man has dark hair, dark eyes, and a neutral expression. He wears a dark jacket with a white shirt that has a high, rounded collar and a bowtie. The background is shaded darker on the right side and lighter on the left side. The portrait is set against a gray background.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1810–15
Medium:
Watercolor on ivory
Culture:
American
Dimensions:
555 × 624 px
Museum record:
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