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The Empty Cradle

Thomas Moran

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person seated against a dark, rocky background. The person is in a relaxed pose with arms crossed over their lap and leaning slightly to the right. They have medium-length dark, straight hair and natural features. Their expression is calm as they look towards the viewer. The person is wearing a light-colored, fringed robe. Nearby, there is a woven basket or mat and a slender stick or pole. The background includes rugged rocks and sparse vegetation.

Artwork Details

Date
1878
Medium
etching in black on silk
Dimensions
3573 × 4967 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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