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Circus Wagon Figure: Muse

John Matulis

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a female figure known as "Muse with a Scroll." The subject is standing upright with her body slightly leaned to one side. She is holding a scroll in her left hand while her right hand supports her chin. The figure is adorned in flowing drapery that clings to her form, giving a sense of movement. The sculpture is primarily in shades of gray and has a texture that suggests it is made from stone. The figure's expression and posture are solemn and contemplative, with her gaze directed outward.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
2207 × 4930 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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