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La madone et les enfants (The Madonna and the Children)

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

The sketch depicts four figures, appearing to be a group of people. One seated figure on the right is shown in profile, facing left and holding the arm of a child. The other three figures, likely children, are standing close together on the left. The middle child faces forward with a head turned slightly to the right, while the other two children have similar hairstyles. Each figure is wearing loose-fitting garments. The background is plain, without any detailed setting. The sketch lines are soft and flowing, creating a sense of gentle interaction among the group.

Artwork Details

Date
1909
Medium
etching on laid Van Gelder paper
Dimensions
3967 × 3510 px
Public Domain
Yes
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