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Thomas Jefferson

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an engraved portrait of a man from the shoulders up. The man is shown in profile, facing to the right. He has distinct facial features with a noticeable nose, a pronounced chin, and wavy white or light gray hair. His hair is styled in a manner typical of the late 18th century. He is dressed in formal attire, including a high-collared coat with large buttons and a cravat. There are no visible jewelry or objects in his hands. The background is plain, contrasting with the details in his clothing and facial features. The name "Th: Jefferson" is inscribed at the bottom of the image.

Artwork Details

Date
1804
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
2696 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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