The image shows a profile portrait of a person facing to the left. The person is depicted in an upright position, with their head slightly turned to the side, showcasing their facial features. They have wavy hair styled backward and are dressed in a high-collared coat with buttons and a bow tie or cravat. The person is not holding any objects, and there is no visible jewelry. The background consists of a dark circle that frames the figure, set against a lighter rectangular backdrop, giving the appearance of a vignette. The image appears to be an etching or engraving, with no additional elements in the background.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1798-1803
- Medium
- mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
- Dimensions
- 3238 × 4000 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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