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Portrait of a Man

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an upper-body portrait of a man seated with his body slightly turned to the left. His features include a high forehead and a beard on his chin and jawline. His hair is dark and combed back away from his face. He is dressed in formal attire, featuring a dark suit with a waistcoat, a white shirt, and a bow tie. His posture is relaxed, with one arm resting on a patterned cushion or armrest. The photograph has an ornate oval frame with a gold and red border. The background is plain and neutral.

Artwork Details

Date
1850s
Medium
daguerreotype
Dimensions
7353 × 9422 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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