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Peasant Woman with Closed Eyes

Wilhelm Leibl

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a portrait of an elderly woman in profile. Only the upper third of her body is depicted, focusing on her head and shoulders. The woman is positioned facing left, her gaze directed downward. Her facial features include deeply etched lines and wrinkles, and she has a calm, composed expression. Her hair is neatly pulled back and covered with a cap. She wears a simple garment around her neck, possibly a scarf, tied in a knot at the front. The background is plain with a light texture.

Artwork Details

Date
1874
Medium
etching
Dimensions
2029 × 2314 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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