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Lord Bacon

Unknown 19th Century

1850

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Romanticism Early 19th Century Portrait

Dominant colour

Lord Bacon is a 1850 ink by Unknown 19th Century, a Romanticism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown 19th Century
When & what style?: 1850 · Romanticism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This is an engraving of a man in a hat and ruffled collar. The man has dark hair and a beard, and his face is turned slightly to the left. He is wearing a dark jacket with a high collar and a hat that is pushed back on his head. The background of the engraving is dark, which makes the man's face and clothing stand out. The engraving is done in a detailed style, with many small lines that create texture and shading. The overall effect is one of elegance and refinement. The engraving is a fine example of Romanticism, a movement that emphasized emotion and individualism.