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Rodin

Eugène Carrière

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a man with closed eyes, tilting his head slightly upwards. His face, beard, and part of his chest are visible in a hazy, ethereal manner. The facial features are soft and undefined, with a long beard flowing downwards. The man's hair looks short and loosely arranged. He appears to be not wearing any clothes. The background is a uniform dark shade, emphasizing the man's face and beard, creating a sense of emergence from darkness. No objects or jewelry are visible in the portrait.

Artwork Details

Date
1897
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
3343 × 5159 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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