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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1840
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a man in formal military attire looking at himself in a mirror. He's holding a sword and has many medals on his uniform. The man's pose and expression suggest he's very proud of himself. This painting is interesting because it comments on people being too full of themselves. The simple background makes the man stand out even more. It highlights how self-obsessed he is. You can learn more about this style by looking into the technique: lithography.
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