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The image shows a head and shoulders portrait of an older man facing almost directly towards the viewer, with his head slightly tilted downwards. His facial features are pronounced, with a furrowed brow, deep-set eyes, and distinctive facial hair, including a full beard and mustache. His hair is sparse and combed back. The image is monochromatic, with no visible clothing or accessories. The background is a solid, dark shade that emphasizes the illuminated features of the man, providing a stark contrast to his face.

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Pierre Puvis de Chavannes

Eugène Carrière (French, 1849 - 1906)

1897

Medium: lithograph
Classification: Print
Culture: French
Museum: National Gallery of Art, CG-E
Credit line: Rosenwald Collection
Rights: Public domain (NGA Open Access, CC0), as the museum states it.
Who can see it: Tweens profiles and older: its subjects are known and suit older children. How works are placed

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