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Sketch of Figurehead

American 20th Century

National Gallery of Art

The image displays an incomplete and sketchy rendering of an individual facing forward. The facial features include rough lines for the eyes, nose, and mouth, with dark, short hair around the head. The person is wearing a loose garment, with outlined folds of fabric. The painting includes color swatches and words for details and is set against a plain background of a large sheet of paper with scattered words and color swatches.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3392 × 4230 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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