Artwork preview

Portrait of a Man

American 19th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a man seated from the waist up, facing forward. He has one hand on his lap and the other slightly forward on a surface. The man has a clean-shaven face, short, neatly styled hair, and wears a formal outfit with a buttoned jacket, waistcoat, collared shirt, and bow tie. Accessories include a chain hanging from the waistcoat and a ring on his finger. The background is neutral, with a studio backdrop showing an interior scene. The photograph is framed with an ornate, gold-bordered matte.

Artwork Details

Date
1870s
Medium
tintype with applied color
Dimensions
5232 × 8317 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
View original