Unidentified, Portrait of a Gentleman, miniature in relief (wax), Smithsonian American Art Museum, Bequest of Edith Coon Carr, 1966.4.3
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Artwork Details
- Title
- Portrait of a Gentleman
- Artist
- Unidentified
- Location
- Not on view
- Credit Line
- Bequest of Edith Coon Carr
- Mediums Description
- miniature in relief (wax)
- Subjects
- Portrait male — unidentified — profile
- Portrait male — unidentified — bust
- Object Number
- 1966.4.3
Artwork Description
In this wax miniature the artist modeled the gentleman’s “pigtail queue” hairstyle, ruffled cravat, and stiff frock coat. The profile view and vivid blue background call attention to the sitter’s dignified posture. The elaborately detailed frame, which the sitter would have chosen beforehand, also emphasizes his elegance and taste.
