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Femme assise de profil (Woman Seated in Profile)

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

The image is a sketch showing an upper-body view of a person seated in profile facing left. The person is leaning slightly forward with their head tilted downward. The facial features are not distinct, but the outline suggests a woman with a delicate face. The person has an elaborate updo with curls and waves. Their clothing is loose and draped, indicated by soft, flowing lines. There are no visible jewelry or objects. The background is shaded with hatched lines for depth and contrast.

Artwork Details

Date
1909
Medium
etching (zinc plate) on laid Van Gelder paper
Dimensions
3042 × 4836 px
Public Domain
Yes
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