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Two Cavaliers [recto]

Emanuel Gottlieb Leutze

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a sketch of two individuals from head to toe. The person on the left appears to have long curly hair and a neutral facial expression, wearing elaborate, period-appropriate clothing. The person on the right stands close by, wearing a wide-brimmed hat that shadows their face slightly and similar period attire. Both individuals are surrounded by loosely drawn sketches of possible figures and architectural elements, giving the image a dreamy atmosphere. One person appears to be holding a flute or similar object. The background is minimally detailed with light sketches of additional figures and objects.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1850s
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3252 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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