Anna Held and Baldy (Anna Held et Baldy)
1896
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1896
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
The painting depicts a woman, Anna Held, and a man, Baldy, in an interior setting. The woman is positioned on the right side of the image, while the man is on the left. Both figures are shown in profile, with their faces turned towards each other. The woman is dressed in a formal gown, and her hair is styled in an updo. The man is wearing a suit and hat. The background of the painting is a muted color, which helps to focus attention on the two figures. The lithograph technique used in this painting creates a sense of depth and texture, adding to the overall realism of the scene. For more information on this technique, look up lithography.
