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Duc d'Alençon

French 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a young boy standing upright, with one hand resting on a wooden chair. His posture is formal, and he is facing the camera with a slightly tilted head. The boy has short, curly hair and his facial expression is neutral. He is dressed in a dark three-piece suit with a white shirt and a tie. The background consists of a simple draped curtain, and the floor is covered with a patterned rug. The environment portrayed is typical of a traditional photographic studio setup.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1859
Medium
albumen silver print
Dimensions
3005 × 4180 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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