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Helen Bronson

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a circular artwork depicting a side profile of a person's bust. The individual is positioned in a right-facing profile, with only a part of the shoulder visible. The facial features of the person include a straight nose and a closed mouth, and the hair styled back in curls and tied into a bun, with some ornamentation suggested. The depiction is stylized, similar to a classical or vintage medallion or cameo. There are no details regarding clothing as only the bust is represented. The background is plain, with the artwork set against a light, unadorned surface. Below the round artwork, the signature "Helen Brorson" is faintly visible, with a simple rectangular boundary encompassing the circular artwork.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1938
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3348 × 3597 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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