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Eleanor Rawle Chardon

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a portrait of a person in profile. The individual is seated and turned towards their left, showing a side view of their face and attire. They have distinct facial features, including a slightly pointed nose and a defined chin. Their hair is curly and partially covered by a draped turban or headwrap. The person is wearing a garment with a high collar and layered ruffles around the neckline, along with a necklace. The background is plain and dark, and below the portrait is cursive text that reads "Mrs Chardon."

Artwork Details

Date
1800
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3239 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
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