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Black Groom with an Arabian Horse

Stefano Della Bella

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an etching of a person from the waist up, situated slightly to the right, with their head turned towards the viewer. The person's facial features are intricately detailed, with a strong gaze and a neutral expression. They wear a headwrap that partially covers their hair, with some strands visible at the front and sides. The individual is clad in a sleeveless garment and draped with a fur over their shoulders. An earring is visible on their left ear. The horse next to them is shown with a detailed bridle, embellished with feathers on its head. The background is a simple oval-shaped field that frames the subjects with no additional details.

Artwork Details

Date
1649/1650
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3133 × 4123 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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