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La Boscaiola: Peasant Woman Carrying Wood

Giovanni Fattori

National Gallery of Art

The image shows a person standing on grassy terrain. The person has their arms folded at their waist and is balancing a bundle of sticks on their head. Their face is partially obscured by shadows but facial features are visible. The individual is wearing a long dress or robe with loose sleeves and a cloth head covering. No jewelry is visible. The background features trees, shrubs, and textured ground, creating a natural setting. Engraved lines depict detailed foliage and rocks in the scene.

Artwork Details

Date
1890s
Medium
zinc etching on wove paper (proof)
Dimensions
6342 × 10245 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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