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Woman at the Foot of the Cross (Femme au calvaire)

Alphonse Legros

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an etching of an elderly woman seen from the side, facing a large tree. She is slightly hunched over, with profound facial lines indicating age. She wears a head covering, concealing most of her hair, and is dressed in a long cloak or robe with layered folds. One of her arms is bent across her body, and her other hand is held near her chest. There is no visible jewelry or objects in her hand. The background features intricate cross-hatching, creating a textured, abstract landscape suggesting trees or foliage.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching
Dimensions
3074 × 4513 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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