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Pierre Bonnard

Odilon Redon

National Gallery of Art

The image displays the head and partial neck of a person in a left-facing profile view. The individual has a noticeable facial profile with a prominent nose, beard covering the chin and part of the jawline, and neatly styled hair swept back from the forehead. The sketch does not include elaborate clothing or accessories, concentrating on the facial and hair characteristics. The background is plain, without specific details, directing attention to the profile. There are no visible jewelry or objects in the portrait. The style seems to be a drawing or sketch, emphasizing contour and shading.

Artwork Details

Date
1900
Medium
lithograph in black on chine collé
Dimensions
5272 × 5700 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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