The image shows a partial body portrait of a person visible in an open locket within a framed case. The person's upper body is depicted, seated slightly turned to the right, wearing a dark jacket, holding a dark rod or cane with one hand. The person has a serious expression, with a well-defined jawline, dark eyes, neatly combed hair under a wide-brimmed, light-colored hat. The locket is ornate, featuring a red, decorated interior on the left side and an orange border around the oval portrait on the right. Below the open locket is a detailed illustration of its decorative closed cover, with intricate scrollwork, and a central oval design visible against a neutral background. The backdrop is plain, emphasizing the locket and its containing image without any additional elements.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1935/1942
- Medium
- watercolor, gouache, graphite on paper
- Dimensions
- 3443 × 4607 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
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