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Study of "The Roman Orator (Germanicus)"

Paul Cezanne

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a simple sketch of a person's upper body on the left side of a blank page. The individual is lying down with their head turned slightly to the side in partial profile. The facial features are depicted with minimal lines, suggesting closed or relaxed eyes and a neutral expression. The hair is drawn lightly, indicating a short style. The person's left arm is bent and raised slightly, with the hand near the face. No clothing, jewelry, or objects are included in the sketch.

Artwork Details

Date
1883/1886
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
5321 × 3323 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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