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Portrait of a Gentleman

Joseph Wright

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man with a soft, round face, a slightly double chin, small eyes, and a neutral expression. He has gray, voluminous hair styled in the fashion of the 18th century. He is wearing a dark coat with gold buttons and a white ruffled shirt underneath. One hand is hidden under his coat. The background is dark and earthy, centering focus on the subject.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1760
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
4960 × 6169 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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