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Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait of a man. He is positioned facing slightly to the side, with a three-quarter profile view of his face. His facial features are detailed, with shadows emphasizing his brow, nose, and lips. The man's hair is receding with texture lines suggesting it is combed back. He is wearing a garment with a visible collar. There are no visible accessories or objects. The background is plain and textured, focusing on the man's face.

Artwork Details

Date
1916
Medium
etching on wove paper
Dimensions
3343 × 4368 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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