The image shows a man seated outdoors next to a stone structure supporting a bust sculpture. He is positioned slightly to the left of the sculpture, leaning over a flat stone surface with an open book in front of him. The man has a well-groomed hairstyle with hair parted to the side and is wearing a suit with a high-collared shirt and a dark tie. There are no visible accessories. In the background are trees and foliage, giving the scene a garden-like setting, and a branch is visible in the upper left corner. The overall tone of the image is soft and subdued.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1840s
- Medium
- salted paper print
- Dimensions
- 2863 × 4223 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original