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Portrait of a Man Turned to the Left

Jan Chalon

National Gallery of Art

This image is a portrait showing the head and upper shoulders of an individual facing forward. The person has a slightly angled face with deep-set eyes and a furrowed expression. The hair is dark, wavy, covering the ears and framing the face. The individual is wearing a cloak or robe, depicted with soft sketch-like lines blending into the background. The background is plain and muted, with subtle cross-hatch patterns for texture. The composition is within a rectangular border.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1788/1793
Medium
etching with drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
4451 × 5302 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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