Three Portraits in Profile 1765 - 1800

Carl August Ehrensvärd's "Three Portraits in Profile" (1765-1800) is a quick sketch of three individuals in profile. The artist, known for his architectural designs, captures the essence of his subjects with economical lines and expressive details. The work is a fine example of 18th-century portraiture, characterized by its simplicity and focus on the sitter's features. The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, houses this ink-on-paper piece, a reminder of Ehrensvärd's versatility as an artist.