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Angelica Is Exposed to the Orc

Jean-Honoré Fragonard

National Gallery of Art

The image features an array of intertwined lines and shapes, creating an abstract composition. Swirling lines in the upper part of the image suggest cloud-like forms or waves. In the lower region, a structured form resembling a boat is visible, with rounded shapes inside. One form appears to be holding a trident or similar implement, adding a mythological or nautical theme to the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1780s
Medium
black chalk with brown and gray wash on laid paper
Dimensions
3480 × 5324 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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