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Two Studies of Hands

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a pencil sketch of two pairs of hands. One pair is positioned in a prayer-like gesture with interlocked fingers, palms facing inward. The other pair is holding a book, one hand slightly overlapping the pages while the other supports the book from underneath. The hands are detailed and shaded, with no visible facial features or clothing other than cuffs around the wrists. The background is plain, emphasizing the focus on the hands.

Artwork Details

Medium
graphite
Dimensions
3415 × 5027 px
Public Domain
Yes
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