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The Marco Brothers

Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec

National Gallery of Art

This is an image showing a small figure confronting a large, bent-over figure. The large figure appears muscular, leaning forward with flexed arms and a pronounced torso. The smaller figure, wearing dark pants and a light shirt, faces the giant. The giant's exaggerated, cartoon-like features and the smaller figure's expressive posture suggest a sense of dynamism. Bold, defined lines and a plain background emphasize the interaction between the two figures with a minimalist approach.

Artwork Details

Date
1895
Medium
photomechanical process
Dimensions
3499 × 4502 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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