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Gérald Cramer

Cramer, Galerie Gérald

Swiss, 1917 - 1991

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The image depicts an etching plate with a faint outline of a man's head and partial bust, primarily focusing on his facial features. The figure appears to be oriented slightly to the left, as if turning slightly in profile. Facial features such as the outline of a nose, mouth, and a detailed mustache and beard can be discerned through a series of etching marks and scratches. The man's hair appears to be short with defined lines suggesting a combed back style. The clothing suggested by the more densely etched area provides the hint of a collared shirt or jacket, though details are sparse. The overall setting is a plain copper plate surface with no additional background details beyond the etched figure itself.
Edgar Degas, Alphonse Hirsch, 1875, drypoint and aquatinted copper plate, Rosenwald Collection, 1963.11.89

Alphonse Hirsch

Edgar Degas · 1875 · drypoint and aquatinted copper plate ·  Accession ID  1963.11.89