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Sketch of a Woman

Richard Parkes Bonington

National Gallery of Art

The image portrays the sketch of a woman seated and reclined on a cushioned surface. She has long, wavy hair, delicate facial features, and wears a long dress with detailed sleeves and bodice. The woman is holding a small pouch or fan and wearing a necklace. The background is minimal, focusing on the seat's outline. The sketch is in sepia tones on light paper with a signature or inscription at the bottom edge.

Artwork Details

Date
1828
Medium
pen and brown ink on wove paper
Dimensions
3073 × 4511 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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