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Ernest Renan

Anders Zorn

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a drawing of a man seated from about the waist up. He is slightly turned towards the viewer with a serious expression. The man has distinctive facial features, long, untidy hair, and is dressed in a dark suit and collared shirt. The setting around him shows a shelf with books and papers, as well as a detailed clock. The background consists of various linear patterns and textures, implying a cluttered study or office space.

Artwork Details

Date
1892
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4791 × 3621 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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