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Sonia

Walter Gramatté

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a series of curved and angular lines intertwining with bold vertical and horizontal strokes, creating an abstract composition. A figure resembling a human face in profile is central to the artwork, with fingers spread out as though covering the face. The lines around the figure add a sense of motion or turbulence, akin to swirling backgrounds or flowing hair. The scene is sketch-like, with exaggerated features and a sense of spontaneity seen in the hand-drawn lines.

Artwork Details

Date
1923
Medium
etching in black on wove paper
Dimensions
4056 × 3295 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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