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Carmen Standing in the Nude (Carmen nue debout)

Albert Besnard

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a full body of a person standing in a three-quarter view, with their left side slightly more visible. The figure appears to be positioned with their arms crossed over their chest and their left leg bent, creating a slight twist in their posture. The facial features of the person are only faintly detailed, with shading that gives structure to the face. The person has long, wavy hair that flows past their shoulders. They are not wearing any clothing. The background features strong linear hatching lines, creating a textured backdrop with a darker area on the left side. The image includes a signature or mark inscribed with "AP 1886" near the lower center.

Artwork Details

Date
1886
Medium
etching and drypoint on Van Gelder laid paper
Dimensions
2925 × 5249 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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