The illustrious exile

About this work

This is a black-and-white portrait of a man with a thick beard and mustache. He’s holding a folded paper in his right hand, looking straight ahead. His dark coat has a high collar, and the background is plain, keeping all focus on him. The print includes text around the edges, calling him "Louis Kossuth, Governor of Hungary." His serious expression and the way the light and shadow play on his face make the image stand out. If you like this style, check out the Victoria and Albert Museum for more prints like this.