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A Muse from the Sarcophagus of the Muses

Jacques-Louis David

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of a woman in a three-quarter view, seated and leaning against a column or structure. Her right arm rests on the surface and her head is supported by her hand. She has a pensive expression, with her head slightly tilted. Her hair is styled in a bun and she wears a flowing garment with draped design and loose sleeves. There are no visible objects or jewelry, and the background is minimal and plain.

Artwork Details

Date
1775/80
Medium
black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
2709 × 4058 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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