Sarah Bernhardt in "Cleopatra" (Sarah Bernhardt dans "Cléopatre")

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

National Gallery of Art

The image is a sketch featuring an upper body view of a person facing forward. The individual's head and shoulders are the main focus. The face is depicted with simple lines, including arched eyebrows and outlined eyes. The lips are in a neutral position. The hair is shown as wavy locks. The person is wearing loose garments, and there is a classical column in the background. The clothing and setting are stylized with broad strokes and flowing forms.