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Study of a Man's Head [recto]

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image is a close-up drawing showing the side profile of a person's head. The person appears to be facing left, with their head slightly tilted downward. Their facial features, including a prominent nose, and closed eye, are delicately sketched, and their hair is depicted with loose, textured lines suggesting a wavy or curly texture. The person seems to have a beard that extends from their chin and jawline. There is no clothing visible in this close-up, and the focus is entirely on the facial features. The background is a plain, light-colored surface with minimal markings or details, allowing full attention to the sketched profile.

Artwork Details

Medium
red chalk
Dimensions
3444 × 4894 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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