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Arabe assis (Seated Arab)

Mariano Fortuny Marsal

1873

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From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Impressionism Realism Late 19th Century

Dominant colour

Arabe assis (Seated Arab) is a 1873 ink by Mariano Fortuny Marsal, a Impressionism work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Mariano Fortuny Marsal
When & what style?: 1873 · Impressionism
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This etching shows a man sitting with his head down, wearing a long robe and a hood. He's sitting on the floor with his legs crossed, and his arms are resting on his knees. The background is dark, and the man is the main focus of the image. The man's robe is loose and flowing, and it's hard to see his face because his head is down. The overall mood of the image is quiet and contemplative. The artist has used strong lines and shading to create a sense of depth and texture. The image is an example of Impressionism, a style that emphasizes capturing the fleeting moments of everyday life. To learn more about this style, look up Impressionism.