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Studies of Feet [verso]

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

The image shows parts of a person's body, focusing on two feet. The foot on the left appears to be partially covered by clothing near the ankle area, and its sole and toes are visible. On the right side, another foot is depicted in profile, showing the arch and toes drawn from the side view. The background is a plain, textured surface, appearing like a neutral drawing paper. There are no additional clothing, jewelry, or objects seen within the frame, and the background remains unobtrusive, serving only to highlight the drawn feet.

Artwork Details

Date
1855
Medium
graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
3848 × 3025 px
Public Domain
Yes
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