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Unidentified Man

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a side profile of a person from the torso up. The person faces left with their shoulders slightly turned. They have short, curly hair and defined sideburns. Their facial features include a prominent nose and a focused expression. They are dressed in a dark coat with high collars and large buttons, along with a light-colored cravat around their neck. The background features a textured, circular pattern against a plain backdrop, framing the person within the silhouette. The image has a monochromatic, sepia-toned finish.

Artwork Details

Date
1798-1803
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3231 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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