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Three Oriental Heads

John Hamilton Mortimer

National Gallery of Art

The image is a circular sketch featuring three figures showing their upper bodies. The figure on the left has a profile view with curly hair. The central figure wears a helmet, partially obscuring their features. The third figure faces slightly to the left, with facial features partially obscured by shading and straight, medium-length hair. The clothing is depicted with simple lines indicating robes or drapery around their shoulders. There are no visible objects or jewelry. The background is minimal, drawing attention to the three main figures.

Artwork Details

Date
1770/1775
Medium
pen and black ink on laid paper; laid down
Dimensions
3479 × 3462 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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