General Wolff 1781
jacquesbarbie
themetropolitanmuseumofart
drawing, print
portrait
photo of handprinted image
drawing
aged paper
toned paper
muted colour palette
light coloured
white palette
nude colour palette
men
watercolor
historical font
columned text
This engraving, titled "General Wolff," was created by Jacques Barbié in 1781. It depicts a portrait of the British general, James Wolfe, who died in the Battle of Quebec, Canada in 1759. Wolfe is depicted in a profile view, wearing a military uniform and hat, with his right arm resting on a rifle. The image is encased in a decorative oval frame with a laurel wreath border, and below it is a scene showing Wolfe's death at the Battle of Quebec. This engraving is a valuable historical artifact that provides a glimpse into the life and legacy of a significant figure in the Seven Years' War. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City houses this engraving.
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