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Amanthis

John Raphael Smith

National Gallery of Art

The image is of a person's upper body from the side profile. The person is seated or facing right. They have a smooth complexion, defined eyebrows, and looking straight ahead, with curly hair styled elaborately and adorned with a pearl headband. They wear a garment with a high ruffled collar, accessorized with a drop earring. In their hands are a string of pearls and an ornamented pouch. The background is plain in color, highlighting the individual's details.

Artwork Details

Date
1797
Medium
mezzotint touched with black and white chalk on laid paper [proof]
Dimensions
3514 × 4526 px
Public Domain
Yes
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