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Iza Sleeping (Le Sommeil d'Iza)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two individuals. In the foreground, a person is seated in an armchair. They have a youthful face, light-colored wavy hair, and wear historical clothing. There is a candle on a table beside them. In the background, another person stands in a doorway wearing a formal suit and holding a hat. The room is detailed with a mirror or picture on the wall, framed artworks, and heavy drapery. The lighting is provided by the candle.

Artwork Details

Date
1885
Medium
etching and aquatint on Arches laid paper
Dimensions
3050 × 4420 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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