Head of Saint John the Baptist

Thomas Butts, Jr.

Associated Names
Thomas Butts, Jr.

Artist, British, active c. 1806 - 1808

The image depicts a detailed etching of a man's head and shoulders. The man appears to be facing downward with a serious expression. He has deep-set eyes, furrowed brows, a prominent nose, a full wavy beard, and long hair. The man is holding a cross in the lower left corner. The background is plain, highlighting the intricate line work of the man's face and hair.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    etching//restrike impression from verso of Blake'scancelled plate for "A Prophecy" (1943.3.1848.b)

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    sheet: 16.3 × 12.5 cm (6 7/16 × 4 15/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1948.11.31

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q65084233

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