The image shows a bust portrait of a man facing to the right, capturing his upper body and head. He is positioned in profile, with a focus on his facial features. His hair is short, wavy, and neatly styled, with a slight curl around the ears and back of the neck. He is wearing a dark coat with a high collar and a white cravat tied around his neck. He has a small earring on one ear. The background is a simple, neutral tone. The name "Chauveau" is written at the bottom of the image, along with the inscription "Drawn & engra'd by S. Memin Philad."
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1801
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3292 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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