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Self-Portrait

Jonathan Richardson, Jr.

National Gallery of Art

This is a sketch depicting the upper portion of a person's body, focusing on the face and head. The person is slightly turned to the right with their head facing forward, with detailed facial features including eyes, nose, and closed lips. The person has short hair covered by a cap or headscarf, and is wearing a garment with a visible collar around the neck. There are no visible accessories or objects, and the background is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1735/1745
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3716 × 5442 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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