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Santo

Maude Valle

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure with closed eyes, wearing a long flowing gown. The figure is either standing or hovering, with its head slightly tilted to one side and hands brought together at the chest. The sculpture is mainly brown and reddish in color, resembling wood. The figure is surrounded by a carved frame, creating a relief effect. The texture is smooth and the subject is rendered with soft curves and detailing. The piece emphasizes the central figure's artistic and timeless appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1936
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3079 × 4240 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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