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Figurehead: Woman

Elizabeth Moutal

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a figure of a person draped in flowing garments with one foot forward and the head tilted slightly upward. The sculpture is carved with intricate detailing in the folds of the clothing and the texture of the hair. It is rendered in a monochromatic palette, ranging from light brown to darker shades. The sculpture is mounted against a curved, ornate base and appears life-sized or slightly smaller compared to a human.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3069 × 4654 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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