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The Printmaker (Le Graveur)

François Bonvin

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts a person sitting at a table, hunched over their work. They are illuminated by a bright light above, with their face obscured by shadows. The person has short, dark hair and is dressed in dark clothing. They are holding a writing or drawing instrument and focusing on the surface in front of them. The environment is dimly lit, with a large lamp providing illumination on the work surface.

Artwork Details

Date
1861
Medium
etching on laid paper
Dimensions
3597 × 4790 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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