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Tavern Figure

Richard F. Smith

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a bust of a person, depicting only the upper part of the body from the chest upwards. The person is positioned with their arms crossed in front of the chest, holding a small animal or object close to their face. The expression on their face appears tense, with lips pursed and eyebrows furrowed. They have dark, shoulder-length hair that is partially covered by a red cap. The individual is dressed in a dark green garment. The background is a plain, unadorned light beige.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, graphite, colored pencil, and heightening on paperboard
Dimensions
3255 × 4638 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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