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Women Dancing

Pietro Fancelli

National Gallery of Art

The image is a pencil sketch depicting multiple full-body figures in lively, flowing poses. The figures appear to be dancing, with swaying garments suggesting movement and energy. Some figures have smiling expressions, while others are neutral. The hair of the figures is depicted simply, with one figure having an accessory or headpiece. The clothing is shown with sweeping lines and folds, typical of classical attire. No jewelry or objects are shown. The background is a blank sheet of paper, emphasizing the figures in mid-dance.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1820
Medium
black chalk on wove paper
Dimensions
3444 × 4783 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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