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A Middle Eastern Woman Reclining in an Exotic Setting

Edouard de Beaumont

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a woman reclining on a lounge. She is leaning her head on her hand, which rests on a patterned pillow. Her long dark hair is adorned with a decorative headdress. She is wearing a long garment with ornate patterns. Around her are a hookah, a small table with items, and a decorative object. The background features draped curtains and an arched design.

Artwork Details

Date
1844
Medium
graphite with watercolor on wove paper
Dimensions
4538 × 3188 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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