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Figure Studies including Seated Mother and Child

François Boucher after Abraham Bloemaert

National Gallery of Art

The image shows an etching of four figures. The central figure is seated, while three figures stand to the right. The figures are draped in loose fabric, with abstract shapes suggesting grass and foliage in the background. There are no noticeable jewelry or objects, aside from the garments and a small basket near the seated figure. The figures are depicted without detailed facial features, focusing on form and posture.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1735
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4694 × 3222 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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