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St. Guily

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait illustration of a person drawn in a side profile. The person is positioned to the left, gazing to the right. They have distinct facial features, including a pronounced nose and full lips, curly hair, and a medium complexion. They are wearing an earring. Their garment consists of a dark coat with a high collar, buttons, and a light-colored cravat. The background is a dark circle, and the person's name, "St Guilly," is inscribed at the bottom on a tan strip.

Artwork Details

Date
1801
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3270 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
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