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Head of an Old Man with a Wide-Brimmed Hat

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image is a profile portrait of a man. He is facing left, with distinct facial features including a prominent nose, deep-set eyes, and a full beard. He has long hair mostly hidden under a hat. He is wearing a collared garment, possibly a coat or a jacket. The background is textured and monochromatic. No accessories or objects are visible.

Artwork Details

Medium
pen and brown ink on laid paper
Dimensions
3497 × 3616 px
Public Domain
Yes
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