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A Fashionable Young Woman Seen from Behind

Carl Wilhelm Kolbe

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person from the back, with their full body visible. They are depicted standing, with one hand holding up part of their long, flowing dress and the other hand raised, holding a parasol. The person's facial features are not visible due to the angle, but they have elaborate hair adorned with feathers and floral embellishments. They are wearing a high-collared gown that appears to be draped and cinched at the waist with a bow. The person also has a chain or cord hanging from their waist and is holding a parasol with a pointed handle and a scalloped edge. The background is plain and does not include any additional details.

Artwork Details

Date
1800/1803
Medium
black chalk on laid paper
Dimensions
3704 × 5347 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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