Middle Eastern Market Scene

20th century

American 20th Century

Associated Names
This is a drawing of a group of robed figures. The image depicts several figures clothed in flowing robes, with exaggerated and expressive lines sketching the garments and accessories like headscarves and turbans, which cover most of their heads. The main cluster of figures is closely grouped in the center. To the right, another figure is seated on the ground. The background shows an indistinct crowd and structural elements, all loosely drawn. The etched lines create deep shadows and intricate patterns, focusing on the textured drapery and the forms of the garments.
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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    drypoint, etching, and aquatint on wove paper

  • Credit Line

    Rosenwald Collection

  • Dimensions

    plate: 16.3 × 14.3 cm (6 7/16 × 5 5/8 in.)
    sheet: 34.8 × 23.4 cm (13 11/16 × 9 3/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1980.45.20


Artwork history & notes

Inscriptions

"[Illeg.]" (probably artist's signature) lower right margin, graphite, unknown hand. Not dated. Verso: none

Markings

None.

Watermarks

None.

Wikidata ID

Q65565488

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