Sir Francis Bacon

published 1806

Innocenzo Geremia

Associated Names
Innocenzo Geremia

Artist, Italian, 1776 - active 1836

This image is a portrait of Sir Francis Bacon. He is shown from the chest up, facing slightly towards his left with his head turned to engage the viewer. Bacon has a prominent mustache, beard, curly hair flowing beneath a high-crowned hat, and a contemplative expression. He is wearing an elaborate garment typical of his era, featuring a richly decorated robe with patterns and a ruffled collar. The background is plain, emphasizing the subject in the circular frame, consistent with early 17th-century portraiture style.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    engraving

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 19 × 14 cm (7 1/2 × 5 1/2 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1950.14.119


Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Lessing J. Rosenwald [1891 - 1979], Philadelphia, (L.1932d); gift to NGA, 1950.

Associated Names

Wikidata ID

Q65073752

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