Women of Algiers

Eugène Delacroix

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two sketches of seated female figures with their entire bodies shown. The first figure on the left is drawn in profile in a crouching pose with one knee raised and the other bent beneath her. Her head is slightly bowed, with long hair partially covered by a cloth or veil. She wears loose-fitting clothing. The second figure on the right sits cross-legged, facing slightly towards her left. Her head is tilted, with hair framing her face and cascading down past her shoulders. She wears a draped garment featuring a fitted bodice and loose fabric around her legs. Both figures are depicted with delicate features and gentle lines, with no visible jewelry or objects. The background is plain, emphasizing the focus on the figures, with slight marks and discolorations visible on the paper.