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Seated Angel in a Landscape [recto]

Anicet-Charles-Gabriel Lemonnier

National Gallery of Art

The drawing shows a full-body sketch of a person seated, with their upper body slightly turned to the side and their head tilted downward. The individual's facial features are delicately outlined, with an emphasis on closed eyes and a serene expression. The hair is styled in an updo, with a small decorative element or bow near the top. They are draped in flowing garments that fall smoothly over the contours of their body, while their right hand holds an object close to them, and their left hand rests on their lap. The background features faint sketch lines suggesting an outdoor setting, with trees and clouds. There are no visible jewelry or detailed objects held by the person.

Artwork Details

Medium
black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
3422 × 4538 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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