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The Foolish Virgins Wasting Time

Abraham Bosse

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a group of five women in a richly decorated interior. Each woman wears historical clothing with lace collars, voluminous skirts, and tight bodices. One standing woman holds a book, gesturing, while another sitting woman holds an open book. A third woman looks at a reflection or portrait. The hairstyles are styled in curls with ribbons or flowers. Some women wear earrings. The room has intricate woodwork, paintings, wallpaper or tapestries, a fireplace, and a small dog. Large windows reveal a landscape.

Artwork Details

Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
4337 × 3410 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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