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La découverte du nouveau monde

Pierre Duflos after Jean-Michel Moreau

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of multiple figures in a historic setting. The figures are dressed in elaborate costumes, some wearing feathered headdresses and others in hats typically worn by European colonists. They are inside a structure with exposed beams and thatched roofing. The background includes a palm tree and an open view to an outdoor space. The detailed line work captures the textures of the costumes and architectural elements with precision.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching and engraving
Dimensions
3399 × 4526 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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