The image shows a man's head and part of his neck in profile view. The man is looking to the left, showcasing his facial features. He has a prominent nose, cheekbones, dark hair with hints of gray at the sides, and a white beard under his chin. He is wearing a gray collar that is partially visible. The background is a plain, muted brown color. There are no objects or jewelry visible in the image.
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Profile of a Man with Sidewhiskers

German 19th Century

c. 1850

Medium
gouache and watercolor on tan wove paper
Classification
Drawing
Dimensions
overall: 30.5 x 21.6 cm (12 x 8 1/2 in.)
Culture
German
Museum
National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line
Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund
Rights
Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it
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