Tan-colored background. Centered drawing of five people. Two women in the center dance. They wear headpieces, long skirts, tops with midriff exposed. The woman on the right faces away from viewer. One arm extended up behind her, one arm bent in front. The woman on the left faces viewer. One arm extended to the side, one arm raised with bent elbow. Three people on left side of image sit on floor or cushioned platform. A man and woman on left play stringed instruments. A man sits beside them. All people wear head coverings. A curtain behind them. A small table with two bottles on right side. Text at bottom of image reads "THE GAWÂZEES, OR DANCING GIRLS OF CAIRO."
Artwork details
- Dimensions:
- 1038 × 893 px
- Museum record:
- View original
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