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Napoleonic Head and Judgment of Paris [verso]

John Singer Sargent

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing featuring a human profile and abstract figures. The upper right section shows a detailed profile of a human face with textured pencil strokes. The left side of the drawing contains handwritten notes and scattered pencil marks. In the lower part, there are small figures engaged in dynamic poses with flowing lines and minimal detail. The drawing combines portraiture and abstract figure work.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1871-1872
Medium
graphite on wove paper
Dimensions
4000 × 2722 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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