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Margaret Polk

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the profile view of a person's upper body from the shoulders upwards. The individual is positioned to the side, facing to the right. They have curly hair styled away from the face, with tight curls forming a voluminous shape. Their facial features are detailed with a prominent nose and a strong chin. The person is wearing a garment with a ruffled collar. There is no visible jewelry or objects being held. The background consists of a circular dark area, giving the portrait a classic cameo look, with the rest of the image surrounded by a lighter border.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1800
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3305 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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