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Unidentified Female Silhouette

Charles B. J. Févret de Saint-Mémin

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a silhouette portrait capturing the profile of a person, displaying only the head and upper torso. The individual is positioned in profile view, facing to the left. The facial features are defined by the outline of the nose, lips, and chin, with the hair styled in an updo adorned by a ribbon or bow at the top and back. The clothing is suggested through the silhouette, with a hint of a collar or bow at the neck giving an impression of formal attire. There are no visible details regarding jewelry or objects held. The background is plain.

Artwork Details

Date
1797
Medium
mezzotint and engraving in black on wove paper mounted to brown wove paper
Dimensions
3679 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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