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Dying Woman (La Mourante)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a naked figure in a reclining position. The figure's head is leaned back, eyes partially closed. The facial features are detailed and the hair is long. The figure is unclothed. The sketch is done with cross-hatching for shading. There are no accessories. The background is simple with a light texture. The letters "AP" are in the top left corner.

Artwork Details

Date
1885
Medium
etching and roulette on wove paper
Dimensions
4270 × 3460 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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