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Man Pulling a Curtain Aside

18th century
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Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Man Pulling a Curtain Aside
  • Artist: Etienne Parrocel (French, Avignon 1696–1776 Rouen)
  • Date: 18th century
  • Medium: Black and white chalk
  • Dimensions: 21 1/8 x 15 in. (53.7 x 38.1 cm)
  • Classification: Drawings
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Bruno de Bayser, 2000
  • Object Number: 2000.91.6
  • Curatorial Department: Drawings and Prints

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