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Jacob Meyer-Heine

Félix Bracquemond

National Gallery of Art

The image is a pencil drawing of an elderly man from the waist up, seated in a relaxed position. He is leaning slightly forward, resting his arms on the back of a chair. His facial features are detailed, with a prominent nose, pronounced cheekbones, and a full beard and mustache. His hair appears curly and is of medium length. The man is dressed in a buttoned suit with a collared shirt beneath. His hands are resting on the top of the chair. The background shows an outdoor scene with trees and shrubs. There is a window or doorway behind him. The drawing is monochromatic, emphasizing shading and linework for detail and texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1872
Medium
graphite with pen and black ink, verso reddened for transfer
Dimensions
3950 × 3495 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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