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Jacob S. Waln

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a profile portrait of a man's upper torso and head, depicted in a circular frame against a plain background. The man is positioned looking to his left, showing his side profile. His facial features are well-defined with a prominent nose and closed lips, and he has curly, light-colored hair. He is wearing a dark coat with a high collar and a button visible near his shoulder. Beneath the coat, he wears a white shirt with a high collar. There are no visible accessories or objects held. The background is a simple gradient, transitioning from light to dark, with no discernible details. The name "Jacob S. Wain" is scripted below the portrait.

Artwork Details

Date
1802
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3390 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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