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Jules Destrée

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image is a sketch of a man's face shown from the shoulders up, with a focus on his facial features. The man's head is slightly turned to the side, and he appears to be looking to his left. His facial features are distinctly drawn with a pronounced mustache and textured hair that is parted in the middle. The man is wearing a garment with a high collar, which is visible at the base of his neck. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held in the image. The background is plain and unadorned. The sketch has an etched and textured appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1917
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
3431 × 4190 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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