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Oriental Interior with Sleeping Tiger

Jean Joseph Benjamin Constant

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person reclining on a daybed or couch. The person is positioned slightly leaning back, resting on their left arm, with their head tilted and looking towards the viewer. The facial features are not clearly visible due to the shadow and distance, and their hair appears to be covered by a cloth or cap. They are wearing a long, flowing gown. To the right of the person on the daybed, there is a decorative pillow with a large, ornate design. On the floor in front of the daybed lies a large animal skin rug. The background is dark and shadowy, providing a sense of depth and contrast to the lighter tones of the clothing and rug. The scene is surrounded by a plain cream-colored border.

Artwork Details

Date
1875/1885
Medium
etching on wove paper
Dimensions
4011 × 3398 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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