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Unidentified Man

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man's head and upper torso in profile, facing right. He has short wavy hair, sideburns, a prominent nose, and a subtle expression. He wears a dark, high-collared coat with large buttons and a light-colored cravat. The background is a dark oval, contrasting with the lighter border. No jewelry or distinct objects are visible.

Artwork Details

Date
1798-1803
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3315 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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