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Edward Brailsford

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an upper-body profile view of a man facing to the right. He is depicted in a classical portrait style, with detailed facial features including a prominent nose and a strong chin. The man has an elaborate hairstyle with curls tied back, typical of the late 18th to early 19th century. He is dressed in formal attire; a dark coat with a high collar, worn over a intricately tied cravat or neckcloth. The coat is fastened with a button. The background is plain and dark. Below the circular portrait, there is elegant script stating "Drawn & engr'd by St Memin Burlington" and "Ed. Brailsford."

Artwork Details

Date
1798
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3162 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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