The image shows a man's side profile, featuring his upper body from the chest up. He is facing left, displaying a detailed side view of his face. The man has a classic facial structure with a notable nose and a high forehead. His hair is styled back and looks powdered with curls at the back, typical of the 18th-century fashion. He is dressed in a high-collared coat with a large button and a neck scarf underneath. There are no visible accessories or background details, and the colors are grayscale, resembling an old print or drawing.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1798-1803
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3281 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original