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The Grove

after Niclas Lafrensen II

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a scene with two individuals, a man and a woman, shown from their heads to their feet, seated on the ground in a relaxed position. The man sits slightly behind the woman and embraces her from the side, while she leans back against him, her head tilted upwards toward him. The woman's facial features are delicate, with her hair styled in an 18th-century fashion, and she is wearing a garment that appears to be a gown with a low neckline. The man has short hair and a gentle profile, dressed in attire typical of the same period, possibly a coat and breeches. Nearby, there is a pedestal with a sphinx-like statue on top. The background consists of lush foliage and trees, providing a natural setting that surrounds the couple in a circular vignette, which is set against a plain, empty background.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
3497 × 4826 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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