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Unidentified Man

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a profile view of a man's upper body in an oval frame. The man is seated facing the left, displaying a side view of his face. He has light wavy hair, distinct features including a prominent nose and defined jawline. He is wearing a formal coat with a high collar, buttoned up, and a white cravat around his neck. The background is a dark gradient contrasting with the lighter subject tones.

Artwork Details

Date
1798-1803
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3175 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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