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Portrait of a Young Man

Eastman Johnson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a head-and-shoulders portrait of a young man facing the viewer with a slight turn to his right. He has youthful facial features, smooth skin, straight eyebrows, and a small nose. His hair is neatly combed to the side, with a slight wave, reaching just above his ears. The man is wearing formal clothing, including a dark jacket, a high-collared white shirt, and a dark cravat or bow tie. The background is a plain, monochromatic surface.

Artwork Details

Medium
black and white chalk
Dimensions
3656 × 3998 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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