Francis, Lord Bacon
1796
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1796
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This black-and-white engraving shows a serious-looking man in fancy clothes. His ruffled collar and ornate robe suggest wealth, and he’s holding a pair of gloves and a hat. The background is dark, keeping focus on his face and hands. The name at the bottom reads *Francis Lord Bacon*, and the artist signed it as James Fittler. This style was made by carving lines into metal plates, not painting. Want to know more? Try looking up engraving.
