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Charming red chalk study of a woman from the First Empire period, 19th century. Study of a woman in elegant …
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Charming red chalk study of a woman from the First Empire period, 19th century. Study of a woman in elegant costume typical of the Napoleon I period, sitting on a chair and turned 3/4 to the right. She is wearing a dress and a headband forming a knot in her tied hair. The pencil line is light, a good control of the drawing is perceptible.
The sanguine is part of the earthy red pigment family which can be declined in orange, ochre and brown.
France, circa 1810.
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- Dimensions
- 10.24ʺW × 0.39ʺD × 12.6ʺH
- Styles
- Empire
- Art Subjects
- Portrait
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Orange
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
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