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William Lee

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

This image is a vintage portrait showing the upper part of a person's torso and head in profile, facing to the right. The individual is positioned in a strict profile, emphasizing their side facial features which include a prominent nose, clear eyes, and a determined jawline. The person has curly hair styled short and close to the scalp. They are dressed in a classic formal coat with a high collar and large buttons, likely from a historical period, over what appears to be a white cravat or shirt that peeks around the neck area. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background is a simple, muted circular frame. Below the image, the name "Henry Lee." is handwritten.

Artwork Details

Date
1807
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3285 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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