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By the Lamp (Sous la Lampe)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a person seated at a desk or table. The person's head is slightly tilted forward, and they have a focused expression. The sketch depicts their upper body, with softly rendered facial features and short, textured hair. The person is wearing clothing with voluminous sleeves and appears to be writing or drawing. A lamp with a round shade is illuminated on the left side, casting light onto the table. The background is textured with cross-hatched lines, creating a dark contrast to the lighter area around the person and desk.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1926
Medium
etching on laid paper (proof impression of the first state)
Dimensions
3192 × 4226 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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