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Flora

Childe Hassam

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing in front of a backdrop of foliage. The person is upright and facing the viewer with a calm expression. They have delicate facial features and short or tightly pulled back hair. The person is clothed in a flowing garment that gathers at the waist and falls to the ground, covering bare feet. They are holding a cluster of wheat or similar vegetation. The intricately detailed foliage contrasts with the smoother lines of the person, creating a complex interplay between the figure and the natural background.

Artwork Details

Date
1929
Medium
etching in brown and black on wove paper
Dimensions
3007 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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