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Bildnis Dr. Gr.

Walter Gramatté

National Gallery of Art

The image depicts an abstract illustration of an upper body representation of a person. The person is shown in a distorted form, leaning forward with their head tilted slightly downwards and arms partially visible. The facial features are exaggerated and stylized, including prominent eyes, an elongated nose, and lips. The hair is depicted in a sweeping manner. The focus is on the form and contours of the body, with no emphasis on clothing, jewelry, or objects. The background is textured, monochrome, and abstract, enhancing the overall artistic expression.

Artwork Details

Date
1919
Medium
lithograph on blue-green japan paper [proof]
Dimensions
3547 × 4394 px
Public Domain
Yes
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