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Gilles Demarteau, the Elder after Carle Van Loo

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a nude male figure seated with his right leg bent and resting on his left knee. His torso is slightly angled forward, and he rests his hands on his right knee. His head is tilted downward, looking to his left. The man's facial features are defined, with a strong jawline and prominent cheekbones. He has short, wavy hair that is neatly styled. The background is textured, emphasizing the contours of his musculature. He is seated on draped fabric, and the image is rendered in a monochromatic sepia tone. There are no visible items of jewelry or objects held by the figure.

Artwork Details

Medium
chalk manne printed in red on laid paper
Dimensions
3465 × 5014 px
Public Domain
Yes
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