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Alexander Smith

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the upper body profile of a man facing right. He is seated and has distinct facial features, including a pointed nose, sideburns, and a strong jawline. His hair is styled neatly with volume on top. He wears a high-collared shirt with a cravat and a textured jacket with button details on the lapel. The background is plain, contrasting with the detailed circular frame around the figure's head and shoulders. At the bottom, there is a handwritten inscription stating "Alexr Smith."

Artwork Details

Date
1804
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3257 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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