The image shows the upper half of a man's body who is seated in a formal position. His head is turned slightly to the side but facing forward, with a direct gaze into the camera. The man has a neutral expression. He is wearing a fur cap with colorful, protruding horns. He is wearing a detailed, rich plum-colored garment with a high collar and a pattern in the fabric. A greenish-brown blanket or robe is draped over his lap. The man has large and intricate earrings. He is sitting on a chair with fringe, and behind him is a plain background with a worn or aged appearance.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1865–1869
- Medium
- albumen silver print with applied color (carte-de-visite)
- Dimensions
- 10571 × 14096 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original