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Hamlet and Polonius

Adolph Menzel

National Gallery of Art

The image shows two figures standing facing each other. The person on the left has curly hair, a large feathered hat, expressive facial features, and is wearing a detailed garment with tights and pointed shoes. The person on the right has short hair, facial hair, and is dressed in a heavy fur-lined outfit. Both figures are engaged in conversation. The background has minimal detail, with lined texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1843/1847
Medium
etching and drypoint on wove paper
Dimensions
2569 × 3042 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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