The image displays a portrait of a person from the chest up, facing forward with a slight turn to the right. The individual has distinct facial features and long, curly, white hair. They wear a dark coat with a vest, a white neck scarf, and the clothing has visible buttons. The background is a shaded oval shape. Below the portrait, there is text in a decorative script that includes the name "Edmundus Halley."
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1735
- Medium
- mezzotint on laid paper
- Dimensions
- 3331 × 4787 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original