Portrait of William Cawthorne Unwin 1892

This etching by Alphonse Legros depicts a profile portrait of William Cawthorne Unwin, a British engineer. Created in 1892, the work is a classic example of Legros's style, known for its stark realism and emphasis on line. The sitter is rendered in a simple, almost austere manner, highlighting the subject's features and the texture of his clothing. The piece, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, demonstrates the artist's mastery of the etching medium.