The image shows a head-and-shoulders profile view of a person looking to the right. The individual has defined facial features, with a prominent nose and chin, and styled hair. They are wearing a formal, military-style coat with detailed embroidery and buttons. The coat features a high collar, intricate detailing along the shoulders and chest, and visible buttons down the front. The background is a circle filled with a uniform tone. Below the circle, a label reads "John G. Barnwell. Stephen Decatur" in calligraphic style.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1808-1809
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3133 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original