The image is an engraved portrait showing an upper body view of a man in profile, facing left. He is positioned upright with a slightly turned head. The man has distinctive facial features, including a prominent nose and a strong jawline. His hair is styled in a classic 18th-century fashion, with voluminous curls, and is tied at the back. He is adorned in period-appropriate clothing, including a high-collared shirt with a large cravat tied around his neck, and a coat with a high collar. No visible jewelry or objects are being held by the individual. The background consists of a simple oval framing in a grayish tone, with no additional elements. Below the image, the text reads "Beekman."
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1797
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3230 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original