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Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a human figure being held by a skeletal figure. The human is reclining and limp, with closed eyes and long hair. The surroundings are shaded with cross-hatching, creating a dark background.

Artwork Details

Date
1900
Medium
etching on Van Gelder Zonen wove paper
Dimensions
3305 × 4161 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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