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"Victorian Lady" Figurehead

Molly Bodenstein

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a standing female figure dressed in period clothing. She wears a long-sleeved top and a long skirt that reaches her feet. She wears a hat on her head and has one hand on her chest and the other hanging by her side. The sculpture is monochrome with shades of blue and gray, made of a smooth material like porcelain or polished stone. The figure stands on a small plinth integrated into the artwork. The sculpture showcases delicate details and proportions.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor, colored pencil, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3269 × 4754 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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