Alphonse Daudet

Eugène Carrière

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a close-up of an individual's head and a portion of their shoulders, in a contemplative pose. The person is slightly turned to the side with their face tilted downward. The facial features are softly rendered, emphasizing the eyes, nose, and beard. The individual has a bushy beard and their hair appears to be gently swept back. Clothing is not distinctly visible. There is no jewelry or objects being held. The background is a dark, textured field.