George Henry Smillie (1840-1921)
1890
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1890
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The image shows a black-and-white portrait of a man with a long mustache and beard, dressed in a dark suit and coat. He is standing in front of a textured wall, with his left hand in his pocket and his right hand holding a hat and gloves. The man's attire and the style of the portrait suggest a formal setting, possibly from the late 19th century. The use of photogravure as the medium adds a sense of depth and detail to the image. This portrait is reminiscent of the work of artists associated with the Impressionism movement.
