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Head, Study for a Portrait of Mme Salle

Edgar Degas

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture is of a human head in profile, with distinct facial features such as a prominent nose and defined lips. It is made of a rough, grayish material, potentially clay or plaster, with visible tool marks and a textured, unfinished look. The head is mounted on a pedestal made of a darker, smoother material, possibly stone or metal. The sculpture appears life-sized and portrays realistic features.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1892
Medium
clay, metal armature, on wooden base
Dimensions
3928 × 4901 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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