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Ph. Cl. A. de Thubières, Comte de Caylus

Jean-Baptiste-André Gautier Dagoty

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person in profile, seated or poised in a slightly turned position. The individual has a straight nose, full lips, and a high forehead. Their gaze is directed forward. The person's hair is styled in voluminous curls, and they are wearing a dark, richly textured coat with a visible portion of a shirt underneath, featuring a ruffled or lace collar at the neckline. There are no visible accessories or jewelry. The backdrop is dark and uniform.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1765
Medium
mezzotint on laid paper
Dimensions
4062 × 5069 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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