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Le Front de Vincennes

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two individuals in a half-body view. One person leans forward, supporting a large cylindrical object against their shoulder, while the other stands with their hands behind their back, facing the first person. Both individuals wear hats, uniform-like clothing, and boots. Their facial features are outlined, and details are obscured. No visible jewelry or accessories are seen. The background features a sketched landscape with more cylindrical objects in the distance and on the ground. Text at the top reads "LE FRONT DE VINCENNES," and cursive writing appears at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
1914/1919
Medium
collotype on laid paper
Dimensions
4914 × 3555 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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