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Jules Destrée

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a person with a focus on the head and neck, particularly the face. The individual is facing slightly left with their gaze turned to the side. The face is detailed, showing features like a mustache, facial hair, and expressive eyes. The dark hair is slightly parted and falls around the head. The person wears a light-colored garment with a high collar close to the neck. The background is simple with subtle textures. The inscription "Rome" and the date "1917" are on the left side of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1917
Medium
etching and drypoint on BFK Rives laid paper
Dimensions
3332 × 4101 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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