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Alphonse Hirsch

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait focusing on the man's head and shoulders. The man is in a slightly profiled position with a three-quarter view of his face. He has sharp features, a prominent brow, closed eyes, a long nose, and a full beard covering his chin and jawline. His hair is short and somewhat tousled. The man is wearing a dark textured garment that covers his shoulders. There are no visible jewelry or objects in his hands. The background is plain and textured, emphasizing the man's face and the details of the etching.

Artwork Details

Date
1875
Medium
drypoint and aquatint on wove paper
Dimensions
2106 × 3822 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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