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The Silk Gown (La robe de soie)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person sitting in a chair. They are leaning slightly to one side with their hand on their face. They have a calm expression, delicate features, and short dark hair. The individual is wearing an elaborate, voluminous gown. The chair appears to be made of dark wood. The background shows a patterned floor and shadows, hinting at an indoor setting with light coming through windows.

Artwork Details

Date
1887
Medium
etching and drypoint on laid paper
Dimensions
3249 × 5073 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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