The image depicts a detailed engraving of the side profile of a man's head and neck. The person faces left, showing a prominent nose and chin. The hair is styled in tight curls at the back and upper neck, with a sweeping wave at the front. The engraving includes a simple headband and an oval frame with decorative floral and foliage motifs at the top and a ribbon at the bottom. The background features engraved patterns, and the frame is inscribed with "LUD. XV. REX CHRISTIANISS," indicating it portrays King Louis XV.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1765
- Medium
- engraving on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 2879 × 4423 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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