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Negro Minstrel

Sebastian Simonet

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full-body drawing of a person in a lively pose. The figure has exaggerated facial features with large eyes and a broad smiling mouth, showcasing bright red lips. The hair is styled in a short, curly fashion. The attire consists of a blue waistcoat, a white shirt with a red bow tie, a jacket with a reddish-brown pattern, black trousers, and shiny black shoes. The figure holds a small object in their right hand. The background is plain and unadorned.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor and gouache on paper
Dimensions
3458 × 4735 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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