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The Departure

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image shows three people walking in a line. The first person is a woman with her head bent forward and her hand lifted to her face. The second person is a man who walks with his head slightly bowed and holds something under his arm. The third figure is another woman carrying a basket. The individuals are not distinctly detailed, but the man has a beard and wears a hat, while the women have scarves covering their heads. They are clad in long dresses and cloaks. The background consists of tall trees, hills, and foliage, creating an outdoor, rural setting. The image is in sepia tones with pencil and chalk, giving a vintage look.

Artwork Details

Date
1905
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash over graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
3410 × 4038 px
Public Domain
Yes
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