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The image is an engraved portrait of a man's upper body, shown in a three-quarter view. The man is slightly turned to the side, with his face looking towards the viewer. He has distinct facial features, including a pronounced nose and a slight smile. His hair is styled in a typical 18th-century fashion, tied back with a ribbon. He is wearing a coat that appears to be formal attire of the time, possibly with a high collar. The image is monochrome, highlighting the details of the engraving. The background has lined shading, directing focus to the man. An artist's inscription is visible below…

Self-Portrait, Laughing (Le rieur)

Joseph Ducreux (French, 1735 - 1802)

1791 · etching on laid paper

National Gallery of Art · Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund

Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0)

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