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The Stockade

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of people walking together in an urban setting. The individuals are captured in a three-quarter view, mostly showing their upper bodies. Their facial expressions are shadowed and somber. One woman has a scarf wrapped around her head, and their clothing is dark and heavy, typical of cold weather attire, including long coats and scarves. One person is carrying a sack over their shoulder. The background includes industrial structures such as chimneys and large buildings under an overcast sky.

Artwork Details

Date
probably c. 1908
Medium
oil on canvas
Dimensions
5008 × 6223 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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