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Le Perruquier fatigué (The Tired Wigmaker)

Giovanni David

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a seated person with both legs visible, slouched forward with their head resting on their arms on a table. The person's facial features show a weary expression, short curled hair, and they are wearing a loose gown. Nearby objects include a hat, pair of scissors, and a brush on the floor. On the cluttered table are a candlestick with a burning candle, a large mirror, a head form with a wig, and a bowl. The background features a tiled floor meeting two walls at a corner, creating a simple indoor setting for the chair and table.

Artwork Details

Date
1775
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3447 × 4887 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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