Carmen Standing in the Nude (Carmen nue debout)
1886
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1886
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
This painting shows a nude woman standing with her arms crossed. The woman's long hair falls down her back, and she stands in front of a dark background. The artist has used strong lines to create the woman's figure, and the etching technique gives the image a sense of depth. If you like this painting, you might also want to check out other works by Besnard, Albert.