The image shows an oval portrait of a man in profile. The man has distinct facial features, a prominent nose and chin, and white or light colored short, tight curls. He is wearing a military uniform with a double-breasted coat, an elaborate shoulder epaulet with fringes, and a high-collared shirt. The background is a solid dark shade and the image is set against a textured beige surface with the name "Capt Hy Burbeck" inscribed below in stylized script.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1806
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3217 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original