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Peter Carr

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of a man in profile. The man is seated with his body angled slightly forward. His facial features include a prominent nose and a rounded chin. His hair is styled in elaborate curls pulled back and tied at the nape of his neck. He is wearing a dark jacket with a high collar and a white cravat or necktie. There are no visible jewelry pieces. The background is a simple circular shape with a dark gradient. The name "Peter Cazz." is written in cursive script in the space below the circle.

Artwork Details

Date
1808
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3193 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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