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Head of a Woman

Federico Barocci

National Gallery of Art

The image is a portrait drawing of a person's profile from the top of the head to just below the chin. The individual is facing left, with softly rendered facial features including the nose, lips, and chin. The hair is short or closely cropped. The drawing emphasizes the natural lines and shading of the face and neck. There are no visible clothing details, objects, or jewelry. The background is simple with a textured look, focusing attention on the person's profile.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1584
Medium
colored chalks on blue laid paper
Dimensions
3455 × 4960 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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