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Seated Acolyte

Mosè Bianchi

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a boy sitting in an ornate chair with his full body visible. He is leaning slightly to his left with his arms resting on the armrests. The boy has short, curly hair and a neutral expression. He is wearing a loose garment with a darker collar and his legs are covered with darker fabric. There is no visible jewelry or objects. The background consists of a textured, shadowy wall and a minimalistic floor.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1872
Medium
etching with roulette and aquatint (artist's proof)
Dimensions
3079 × 4000 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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