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The Hat Pin (Le chapeau epingle)

Auguste Renoir

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a partial view of a person's upper body, focusing on the head and shoulders. The person is positioned slightly to the side, with their face oriented toward the right edge of the frame. The sketch captures the person's facial features with closed eyes and slightly parted lips. Their hair is depicted with flowing lines, mostly covered by a large hat with intricate detailing. The individual's clothing appears simple with soft folds, and their hand is resting against their face. There are no visible pieces of jewelry or objects being held. The background of the image contains abstract swirling and shading patterns, contrasting with the figure in the center of the composition.

Artwork Details

Date
1894
Medium
drypoint on wove paper
Dimensions
2674 × 4111 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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