Shepard Alonzo Mount, Age Twenty-Three [recto] 1827

This graphite drawing titled "Shepard Alonzo Mount, Age Twenty-Three" is a self-portrait of the artist William Sidney Mount, completed in 1827. The work captures Mount in the act of drawing, depicted with a quill pen in hand, leaning over a table as he works. The drawing is a simple composition, executed with loose, expressive strokes, highlighting the artist's focus and dedication to his craft. It offers a glimpse into the creative process of a rising American artist in the early 19th century.