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Draped Woman from the Villa Pamphili

Jacques-Louis David

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person in profile view wearing a draped garment that covers their entire body, including their head. The person's facial features are delicate, with a straight nose and closed lips. Their hair is intricately styled and covered by the garment. The outfit consists of a draped robe with pleats and folds. The person's feet are partially visible, indicating possible barefootedness. They are holding one edge of the garment towards their chest with one hand while the other hand is inside the folds of the robe. The background is a plain, light surface, emphasizing the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
1775/80
Medium
black ink and gray wash over graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
3334 × 4635 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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