Cardinal Manning, 2nd plate
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1874
ink
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This is a portrait of a man in profile, facing left. He is wearing a head covering and a robe with a high collar. The man's facial features are detailed, with deep lines and wrinkles. His eyes are cast downward, and his mouth is set in a serious expression. The background of the image is a solid color, which helps to focus attention on the subject. The level of detail in the portrait suggests that it was created using a precise technique. To learn more about the artist's approach, look up the technique of lithography.
