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Historical Costumes

Luis Paret y Alcázar

National Gallery of Art

The image features a sketch of various full-body figures drawn with minimalistic lines. The figures are standing and include both men and women. The facial features are simple and not detailed, with only some outlines hinting at eyes, noses, or mouths. Various hairstyles are shown, with some women having their hair styled in buns or veils, while men are wearing hats. The clothing appears to be historical or formal, with men in coats, breeches, and wide-brimmed hats, and women in long, flowing dresses or cloaks, some with head coverings. One figure is depicted on horseback, showing more dynamic movement. The background is a plain sheet of paper with no additional details or context provided, aside from some lines indicating ground or shadow under the figures.

Artwork Details

Date
1780
Medium
pen and black ink on laid paper
Dimensions
3218 × 4990 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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