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Henry Monnier
1799-1877
Self-Portrait as an Old Woman
1874
Pen and ink, graphite, and watercolor on paper.
8 1/4 x 5 3/4 inches (210 x 147 mm)
Bequest of Gordon N. Ray, 1987.
2003.18
Inscription:
Signed and inscribed at top: à Mène Henry Monnier, 4 août 74; at lower left: Parnes.
Provenance:
From the library of Gordon N. Ray.
Summary:
Full length seated self portrait of the artist as an old woman in gown, shawl, and purple hat.
Associated names:
Ray, Gordon Norton, 1915-1986, former owner.
Bibliography:
Reproduced in: The art of the French illustrated book, 1700 to 1914 / Gordon N. Ray. New York : Pierpont Morgan Library, 1982, p. 202
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