Frank Holl

Holl, Francis Montague

British, 1845 - 1888

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The image shows an older man seated with his body slightly turned to the side, looking forward. He has distinct facial features, with a prominent nose and sideburns, and his hair is combed back. He is wearing a dark suit jacket over a vest and a white shirt, with a chain visible against his vest. His hands are resting on his lap, one on top of the other, with a ring on his hand. The background is plain and dark, drawing attention to the man. There is a signature and text at the bottom identifying the man as Sir George Johnson, with additional details about the artist and engraver.
Frank Short, Sir George Johnson, M.D., F.R.S., c. 1897, mezzotint in black, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.53.28

Sir George Johnson, M.D., F.R.S.

Frank Short · c. 1897 · mezzotint in black ·  Accession ID  1974.53.28

The image shows an elderly man seated from the waist up. He is turned sideways to his right, with his face in profile and his hands resting in front of him. The man has a prominent nose, high forehead, sagging jowls, receding hairline, and brushed back hair with long sideburns. He is dressed in a dark suit with a visible white shirt collar. The background is dark with no discernible features, making the man stand out prominently. There are no visible accessories or objects in his hands.
Frank Short, Sir George Johnson, M.D., F.R.S., c. 1897, mezzotint in black, Ailsa Mellon Bruce Fund, 1974.53.27

Sir George Johnson, M.D., F.R.S.

Frank Short · c. 1897 · mezzotint in black ·  Accession ID  1974.53.27