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John Dorsey

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image features a profile portrait showing the upper body of a person. The person is seated or standing, facing left, showcasing a side view of the facial profile with well-defined features including a prominent nose and a pronounced eye. The individual has curly hair that appears short and well-groomed. They are dressed in a formal, dark coat with a high collar and a visible button near the shoulder. A cravat or neckerchief is neatly tied around the neck. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background consists of a simple circular shaded area contrasting with the lighter textured surface surrounding the portrait. No additional details or figures are present in the background.

Artwork Details

Date
1800
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3173 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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