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Clio

Joseph Fagnani

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a woman with dark hair, wearing a light-colored dress with puffy sleeves and a decorative shawl or cape over her shoulders. The dress has a low neckline and appears to be made of a lightweight material. Her right elbow rests on a table or desk, and her hand is raised to her face. The woman's left arm is also on the table. A rolled-up piece of paper is visible under her arm. The background of the painting is dark. The woman's gaze is directed towards the viewer. Greek letters are written in the upper-left corner.

Artwork Details

Date
1869
Medium
Oil on canvas
Culture
American
Dimensions
485 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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