Portrait of E. C. Stedman by William B. Closson

Portrait of E. C. Stedman c. 19th century

print, wood-engraving

pencil drawn

photo of handprinted image

light pencil work

print

pencil sketch

old engraving style

portrait reference

pencil drawing

limited contrast and shading

united-states

portrait drawing

pencil work

wood-engraving

This 19th century portrait of E.C. Stedman by William B. Closson is a delicate and detailed pencil drawing. The piece showcases Closson's skill in capturing the likeness of his subject, Stedman, with careful attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of Stedman's beard. The image is a testament to the artist's talent for portraiture, making the artwork a valuable addition to the Minneapolis Institute of Art's collection. The small size of the drawing, measuring just over 8 cm by 5 cm, highlights its intimate and personal nature.