The image is an engraved portrait of a man in profile, facing left. The man has a prominent nose, defined brow, slightly tilted chin, and wavy hair gathered at the nape of his neck. He wears clothing typical of the 18th century. The portrait is set within an oval frame with an engraved ribbon at the top. "M. David Hume" is inscribed below the portrait. Artist and engraver details are included in the bottom corners.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1764
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper [first state]
- Dimensions
- 3295 × 4347 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original