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John Davis

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a bust of a woman from the 19th century with detailed fashion and hairstyle. The woman has her hair styled in curls gathered into a bun. The sculpture is made of wood with an aged and weathered texture. The color is a natural wood tone with darkened areas. The woman wears a dress with gathered fabric on the bodice and textured sleeves. The bust shows a calm expression on the woman's face. Details of wood grain and wear add character and history to the piece.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3357 × 5029 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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