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Portrait of a Man

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of an elderly man seated. He is facing forward with his hands in his lap. The man has a gaunt face, sharp features, and thin lips. He wears round glasses, a dark top hat, a jacket, a waistcoat, a white shirt with a cravat or necktie. The background is neutral and the portrait is presented in a gold-edged frame on a golden textured backing.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1850
Medium
daguerreotype
Dimensions
7371 × 9302 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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