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John Bullus

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait showing an upper body view of a person from the shoulders up. The person is positioned in profile, facing to the right side of the image. They have short, curly hair, and their facial features include a prominent nose and defined chin. The individual is wearing a dark military-style coat with a high collar adorned with ornate buttons and braids. There are no visible jewelry or objects being held by the person. The background of the image is simple, comprising a circular darkened area framing the subject, and the image is set against a lighter tone. The name "Dr. John Bullus" is handwritten on the lower part of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1807
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3125 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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