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Robert Burns

William Walker and Samuel Cousins after Alexander Nasmyth

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man portrayed from the waist up in a classic seated position. He is slightly turned to the right with his head facing ahead. His facial features are finely detailed with a soft, youthful expression, characterized by a slightly elongated face, pronounced cheekbones, and a smooth complexion. He has short, well-groomed hair with a slight wave and sideburns that frame his face. He is dressed in period attire, wearing a dark coat over a high-necked, pleated white shirt. The background features a subtle, cloudy sky with suggestions of foliage.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1842
Medium
mezzotint and etching
Dimensions
3366 × 4716 px
Public Domain
Yes
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