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Portrait of a Gentleman

William M. S. Doyle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Oval-shaped black and white portrait on a pendant. The portrait depicts a man with short, curled hair, wearing a dark jacket and a white cravat. The background of the portrait is darker on the left side and lighter on the right, creating a gradient effect. The pendant has a small loop at the top for attachment. The man's head is turned slightly to his right, with his body facing forward. The man's hair is parted on the side. The jacket has a high collar. The background behind the pendant is plain and light-colored.

Artwork Details

Date
1808
Medium
Watercolor on ivory
Culture
American
Dimensions
526 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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