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Pygmalion

Noël Le Mire after Jean-Michel Moreau

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three individuals. The central figure is a nude female person standing on her tiptoes, partially draped with fabric. Her hair is styled in loose waves. To the left, a person is seated on the floor dressed in classical attire, reaching towards the central figure. To the right, another individual is partially visible, interacting with the central figure. In the background, tall columns and curtains frame the scene, creating an opulent setting, potentially a palace or mythological setting. Various objects like a shoe and a jug are scattered on the floor.

Artwork Details

Date
1778
Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
3444 × 4505 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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