Jean Bernard Restout

French, 1732 - 1797

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The image shows an engraving of a man seated from the waist up. His head is turned towards the viewer, displaying detailed facial features including a strong jawline and alert eyes. He has tight curls hairstyle typical of the 18th century. The man wears an ornate coat over a shirt with a folded collar. He is holding a paintbrush and a palette, indicating his profession. In the background, an oval frame with the inscription "J. Restout" is visible. The engraving's border is textured, with a classical and formal design.
Jean Charles Levasseur, Jean Restout, 1771, etching and engraving on laid paper, Gift of John O'Brien, 1985.44.5

Jean Restout

Jean Charles Levasseur · 1771 · etching and engraving on laid paper ·  Accession ID  1985.44.5