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Figures from the Sarcophagus of the Muses

Jacques-Louis David

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of three figures. Two figures are fully visible from head to toe, while the third is only partially shown from the waist up. The figures are standing with varying postures and gestures. The facial features are not detailed, but the hair is styled in a classical manner. They are dressed in draped clothing resembling classical garments or robes. One figure seems to be interacting with an architectural element, possibly an altar or plinth. The background is simple, emphasizing the figures and their attire.

Artwork Details

Date
1775/80
Medium
gray wash on laid paper
Dimensions
4400 × 3069 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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