Three Veiled Women (Trois femmes voilées)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

Three figures are depicted, focusing on their upper bodies. The central figure is seated and hunched forward, wrapped in a cloak that partially conceals their form. The face is downturned, with short, dark hair, and simple facial features outlined with soft lines. On either side of the central figure are two other figures, also wrapped in cloaks, standing and facing toward each other. One on the left has long, flowing hair and distinct facial features with a calm expression, while the other on the right has detailed facial features and their hair covered by the hood of the cloak. The clothing on all the figures is similar, consisting of large cloaks that create a sense of unity among them. There is no jewelry or objects in their hands visible in the etching. The background is plain, with no distinct features, focusing the attention entirely on the cloaked figures.