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Murder of Edith Cavell

George Bellows

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of an interior scene featuring a staircase and several figures in a dimly lit environment. The artwork shows a stone staircase leading downwards with individuals present in the space. The figures are depicted in different poses, some resting on the ground and others standing or sitting. Light sources such as lanterns and lamps illuminate the area, creating a contrast between light and shadow in the architectural elements.

Artwork Details

Date
1918
Medium
lithograph in black
Dimensions
6018 × 4727 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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