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Woman in Full Profile (Grand profil de femme)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

This artwork depicts a portrait showing the upper part of a person's body, from the shoulders up. The individual is positioned in a profile view, facing to the right. The person's facial features suggest a thoughtful or contemplative expression, with a straight nose and high cheekbones visible. Their hair is dark and styled in a loose updo with soft waves. The person is wearing a dark garment, which appears to drape over the shoulders. There are no visible jewelry or other objects. The background of the image consists of vertical and diagonal lines, creating a textured effect that frames the person's profile. The texture and shading give the artwork a textured and dimensional appearance.

Artwork Details

Date
1892
Medium
etching in brown on cream laid paper
Dimensions
3287 × 3488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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