The image shows a portrait of a man's upper body in profile view. He is positioned in a way that highlights his side profile, with distinct features such as a prominent nose, receding hairline, and curly hair towards the back of his head. He is wearing a collared shirt with a scarf tied at the neck. The portrait is enclosed in an oval frame with fabric at the top. Below the frame is a scroll with French text. The background has textured diagonal lines, creating a contrast with the smooth lines of the man's profile. The overall style is elegant and classical, resembling engraved portraits.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1775
- Medium
- engraving over etching on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3344 × 4572 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original