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A Cavalier Lying on the Ground

Jan Both

National Gallery of Art

The image displays a person lying face down on the ground. The person's arms are bent and tucked under their head, with legs spread slightly apart. They are wearing a wide-brimmed hat and loose-fitting clothing, including trousers, a tunic or coat, and pointed shoes. Beside the person is a cane or sword with an ornate hilt. The background is plain and shaded with no discernible features.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1640
Medium
black chalk heightened with white on blue-washed laid paper
Dimensions
3850 × 3311 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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