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Study for "Stars and Dews and Dreams of Night"

Arthur B. Davies

National Gallery of Art

The drawing depicts a full-length view of a person standing with their upper body slightly bent forward and looking to their left. The figure's head is turned to the side, revealing their facial features, including a prominent nose and a defined brow. The person's hair is styled back and appears to be in a loose, short ponytail. The individual is shown in an expressive pose with one arm crossing their body and the other resting near their abdomen. The background consists of plain brown paper, contrasting with the white highlights and black contours used to render the figure, emphasizing the form and musculature of the body. There are no visible details of jewelry or objects being held by the figure.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1927
Medium
charcoal and chalk on wove paper mounted to board
Dimensions
2993 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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