A Dramatic Scene with a Fainting Woman
Französische Grafik 1855–1870,
- Artist
- Französische Grafik 1855–1870
- Type
- Drawing
- Medium
- graphite with gray wash, heightened with white gouache (partially oxidized) on blue wove paper
- Dimensions
- 12.3 × 8.4 cm
- Collection
- National Gallery of Art, Washington
- Licence
- Public domain, CC0
Image description
The image is a sketch showing a group of people in dynamic positions. The individuals have sketchy and impressionistic facial features and hairstyles. They are dressed in loose garments, some with patterns or stains. The background includes architectural elements like pillars and arches. The color scheme is primarily grey and blue with hints of red and white.