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Edgar Allen Poe

Jacques Reich

1888

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Edgar Allen Poe is a 1888 ink by Jacques Reich, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Jacques Reich
When & what style?: 1888 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with dark, wavy hair and a serious expression. He’s wearing a dark suit, a white shirt, and a bow tie, adjusting the collar with one hand. The background is plain, keeping all focus on his face and upper body. The small sketch of a house at the bottom is signed by the artist, Jacques Reich. This print was made using a technique that lets artists create detailed lines and textures. Next, check out the technique: etching to see how artists like Reich made these sharp, precise prints.