This image is a portrait depicting a person in profile, facing right. The subject has sharp facial features including a prominent nose and a strong jawline. The hair is wavy and styled back. They are wearing a dark coat with a high collar and a white cravat. There are no visible jewelry or objects in their hands. The background features a circular shaded area, giving the portrait an oval vignette effect. Below the portrait is a handwritten signature on a separate strip of paper that reads "H. Biscoe."
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1808
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3079 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original