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Hezekiah Lord Hosmer

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an engraving of a man's upper body in profile. The man faces to the right, displaying a side view of his face and upper torso. He has distinct facial features, including a prominent nose and slightly receding chin. The man has a hairstyle with meticulous curls and is dressed in a high-collared garment typical of the late 18th century, which includes a coat with large buttons and a cravat or neckerchief. The background is circular and shaded, emphasizing the figure. The name "Hezekiah L. Hosmer" is inscribed below the image in a decorative script.

Artwork Details

Date
1799
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3583 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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