This is a profile portrait of a man shown from the chest up. The man is seated in a side view facing to the right. His features are detailed, with a prominent nose and chin. His hair is styled in a formal manner typical of the 18th to 19th century, appearing light in color with curls at the back. He is wearing a dark coat with broad lapels and a high-collared shirt with a cravat. No visible jewelry is seen. The background features a simple circular design surrounding the man, against a plain, shaded backdrop. At the bottom, there is an inscription in a script font that reads: "Brunel, Ingenieur: Marc Isambard Brunel."
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1798
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3188 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original