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Study for "Astronomy"

John Singer Sargent

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a drawing of a person seated in a kneeling position. The person has their head tilted back, face turned upward, closed eyes, and a serene expression. Their hair is covered by their clothing, which consists of draping robes. The person's hands are gently clasped in front of them. The background consists of a dark circle framing the figure. In the top right corner, there are faint handwritten labels with the names of several zodiac signs.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1921
Medium
charcoal and graphite on laid paper
Dimensions
4000 × 3040 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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