The image shows a profile portrait of a man from the shoulders up, facing to the right. His head is turned slightly to the front, revealing facial features such as a prominent nose and defined lips. His hair is styled in waves, tied back, and appears to be powdered. The man is wearing an 18th-century style jacket with a high collar, and beneath it, a white cravat is tied around his neck. There is no visible jewelry or other objects in the image. The background consists of a plain circular backdrop with a beige border. Below the portrait, the name “Wm Neilson" is inscribed in handwritten script.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1808
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3270 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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