Head of an Old Woman (Tête de vielle dame)

1828

Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet

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Nicolas-Toussaint Charlet

Artist, French, 1792 - 1845

The image shows a portrait of a person's face and part of their shoulders. The person is facing forward with a slight tilt to their head, looking directly ahead. Their facial features are detailed, with prominent cheekbones, deep-set eyes, and a smile. The person's hair is mostly covered by a cloth headdress. They are wearing a draped garment that covers the shoulders and neck. There are no visible signs of jewelry or objects being held. The background is a strong contrast of dark tones with some light surrounding the silhouette of the head and shoulders.

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Q74038637

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