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Head of an Old Woman

Augustin Théodule Ribot

National Gallery of Art

This image shows the upper body of a person in a side profile position. The person's head and partial shoulder are visible, with their face turned slightly to the side. Their facial features are indistinct due to the art style, with a visible nose and chin. The hair is long and flows down behind the head, blending with the dark background. Clothing details are ambiguous, with shadows and textured dark markings dominating the image. There are no visible jewelry or objects held by the person. The background is a textured dark area that blends into the figure, creating a moody and abstract atmosphere.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1870
Medium
pen and brown ink with brown wash on brown laid paper
Dimensions
4138 × 6669 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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