The image shows a profile view of a young boy, depicted from his mid-chest and above. He is positioned facing to the left, with his facial features including a prominent nose and lips, and a round, youthful face. His hair is short, light, and wavy, brushing neatly above his ears. The boy is wearing a high-collared shirt with a wide cravat at the neck, layered under a double-breasted coat with visible buttons. The background is a plain, circular area of subtle shading with no additional objects or scenery. The bottom of the image contains script, which serves as a label or title for the portrait.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1801
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3061 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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