1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
C.J. Knowles, 2nd plate is a 1874 ink by Alphonse Legros, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.
This etching in dark brown ink presents a portrait of a man, with his face and upper body visible. The subject is depicted with a serious expression, looking directly at the viewer. His hair is thinning on top, and he sports a short beard. The background of the etching is simple, with horizontal lines that add texture and depth to the image. The overall effect is one of quiet contemplation, inviting the viewer to reflect on the subject's character. If you're interested in exploring more works from the Romanticism movement, you might want to look up the artist Legros, Alphonse.
Alphonse Legros (French pronunciation: ; 8 May 1837 – 8 December 1911) was a French, later British, painter, etcher, sculptor, and medallist.
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