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Sir Francis Bacon

Edward Finden after Henry Corbould

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bust of a person facing forward with a neutral expression. The person has shoulder-length, wavy hair and a short, pointed beard, and is depicted wearing an elaborate garment with an ornate, ruffled collar. The garment features detailed patterns on the shoulders. In front of the bust is a rectangular stone-like surface with the word "BACON" inscribed on it, accompanied by items resembling scientific instruments on either side. The background consists of shaded, cloudy textures creating a contrast with the figure. The person is not wearing any jewelry, and the scene conveys a classical, engraved portrait style.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
7220 × 9138 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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