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La noed de cravate (Knotting the Cravat)

Jean-Louis Forain

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two individuals from the waist up engaging in an activity. The person on the left is turned slightly towards the other individual. She has a delicate facial profile with her hair styled up in a bun or knot. She wears a dark-colored dress or top with tight-fitting sleeves. The person on the right is facing left with short, tousled hair and wears a dark cap. He is wearing a light-colored shirt with faint polka dots and has an object in his mouth. Both individuals have no visible jewelry. The background is abstract with lines suggesting walls and furniture.

Artwork Details

Date
1880 and 1886
Medium
etching on wove paper
Dimensions
2927 × 4439 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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