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The Lute Player

after Orazio Gentileschi

National Gallery of Art

The drawing depicts a person seated in a three-quarter view turned to the side, with their upper body twisting slightly toward the viewer. The person has curly hair, while their facial features are delicately sketched. The individual is dressed in a flowing garment, and they hold a musical instrument. The background is plain and unadorned, with brown-toned shading and subtle texture.

Artwork Details

Date
18th century
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash on laid paper
Dimensions
3355 × 4283 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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