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His Excellency John Hancock, Esquire

Joseph H. Seymour

National Gallery of Art

This image shows a portrait focused on the upper half of a person's body, particularly the face and chest. The person has a three-quarter profile, with a composed expression and distinct facial features. The individual has formal, pompadour-styled hair and is wearing an ornate coat with detailed embroidery. The background consists of an oval shape with a decorative pattern, and there is an arrangement of drapery with leaf motifs above the portrait. The lower part of the image contains cursive writing and a decorative crest design.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1794
Medium
engraving in black on wove paper
Dimensions
2817 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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