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In Praise of Modesty

Hans von Marées

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of two full-body figures. One figure is seated on a textured surface with a serious expression. The other figure stands in a contrapposto position with raised arms, appearing to be in motion. Both figures are nude with different hair styles. The background features a lattice with intertwined foliage.

Artwork Details

Date
1879
Medium
red chalk on wove paper
Dimensions
3977 × 5186 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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