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Study of a Girl's Head

Elihu Vedder

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a person's head and partial neck, with delicate facial features indicating a serene expression. The person's head is slightly tilted to the side and looking downward. The hairstyle is an elegant updo, with the hair neatly swept back and possibly braided. The person is wearing a high-collared garment, and there are no visible signs of jewelry or objects being held. The background is a plain, unadorned sheet of paper, with some slight discoloration.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1858
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
3508 × 4245 px
Public Domain
Yes
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