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Philip Norborne Nicholas

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image is a circular portrait showing the upper body of a man in profile. The man is positioned with his shoulders turned slightly towards the viewer but his face directed to the side, showcasing the profile of his face. He has a prominent nose, a pronounced chin, and wavy hair that is neatly styled, with curls that frame his head. He is wearing a high-collared shirt with a ruffled cravat and a dark coat with a visible button. The background of the image is circular and plain, set against a rectangular field with muted tones. Below the portrait, there is a handwritten name, "P. Murray," on a strip of paper attached to the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1808
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3080 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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