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Dr. Henry Blackwood, Jr.

Claude Mellan

National Gallery of Art

The image is an etching showing a bust portrait of a man within an oval frame. The man is posed slightly turned to his left, gazing directly at the viewer. His facial features include a prominent brow, deeply set eyes, a mustache, and a pointed beard. His hair is wavy, medium length, and appears tousled. He is wearing a formal outfit with a high, ruffled collar and a doublet with puffed sleeves and decorative stitching. The garment is adorned with buttons down the front. The design is framed by Latin text within the oval border. The background has fine vertical lines, and the lower part of the image features a rectangular area for additional text or inscriptions. The etching style is detailed, creating a textured effect on the clothing and hair.

Artwork Details

Medium
engraving
Dimensions
3128 × 4855 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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